Dandathirtha Explained

Dandathirtha or Dandatheertha is a place near Kaup in Udupi district of Karnataka state, India.[1] It is a holy place for swamijis of the Ashta Mathas of Udupi.[2] There is a sacred pond or lake in Dandatheertha where swamiji ascending paryaya dip and bathe before proceeding to Shri Krishna Matha.[3] [4] Dandathirtha is located on National Highway 66, 15km (09miles) from Udupi town.[5]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Udupi ready for Vishwavallabha Theertha's fest. 16 May 2012 . The New Indian Express, English daily. 17 April 2024.
  2. News: Sri Vidyasagara Tirtha ascends paryaya for fourth time in Udupi Sri Krishna Mutt . The Hindu . 18 January 2022 . The Hindu, English daily newspaper. 17 April 2024.
  3. Web site: Udupi Paryaya: A 'change of guard' ceremony that's a constant in 'changing times. Deccan Herald,English daily. 17 April 2024.
  4. Web site: Dandathirtha Kaup. Udayavani. 17 April 2024.
  5. Web site: Sri Sugunendra Tirtha Swamiji Assumes Paryaya Peetha in Udupi. 19 January 2024 . Deccan chronicle. 17 April 2024.

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