About Manipal

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Manipal is a town famous for its university and is located in the state of Karnataka. Manipal is the ideal place to enjoy the enchanting views of the ranges of Western Ghats on the eastern side and the Arabian Sea on the western side. Earlier Manipal was under the Shivalli village Panchayat. It is good center for academic learning, industry, healthcare and finance.

History of Manipal:  Manipal came into forefront in the 1950s, when Dr. T.M.A. Pai, a doctor, banker, educator, industrialist and philanthropist transformed this barren hillock into today.

Where to Stay:  Enjoy a comfortable stay while on a Tour to Manipal at the hotels in Manipal, offering a remarkable blend of tradition and modernity. Some of the major hotels in Manipal are Hotel Green Park, Valley View International, etc.

Accessibility:  By Air : The nearest airport is at Mangalore.

By Rail : The closest railway stations are located at Udupi and Mangalore, which lie on the Konkan railway route.

By Road : Manipal is well-connected by a network of roads to Udupi and Mangalore. You can avail of luxury buses operating between Mangalore and Manipal.

Location:  Situated 3 Kms west from the temple city of Udupi, and 60 Kms to the north of Mangalore, Manipal is set in the rocky surroundings of the quaint Malabar Coast of southwest India, about 8 Kms from the Arabian Sea.