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An idol of sage Macchendranatha, the founder of Natha cult, Kadri, Mangalore. |
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Alupa Emblem of twin fishes. |
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A statue of Chouranginatha, Kadri, Mangalore. |
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An idol of Gorakshanatha, Kadri, Mangalore |
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A view of enclosure containing tombs of Natha sages at Kadri, Mangalore. |
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A view of white tower of Kadri Manjunatha temple, Kadri, Mangalore. |
Older posts on
Macchendra (Post No. 80). Also read Posts
77. Natha cult and
82. Buddhism in Karnataka.
For more information on Alupa coins and emblem refer:
The Alupas: Coinage and History by Govindraya Prabhu S and Nithyananda Pai, M. (2006). Published by Govindraya Prabhu, Sanoor, Karkala, Udupi District. Pages 200.
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DeleteMr.Ravi, Can you suggest me some internet sources that shed light on 'Nathas in Kadri_their history in Kadri_their stories in Kadri". I would be grateful to you.
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