Koti Teertha
Koti Tirtha
An ancient sacred tank surrounded by small shrines, where pilgrims bathe and perform ancestor rites. Most atmospheric in the early morning.
Koti Teertha is a square man-made sacred pool at the center of Gokarna town, surrounded by stone steps and small shrines. Pilgrims bathe here, immerse statues in the water and perform ancestor rites, and ceremonies take place especially at dawn and dusk. Old houses line the pool's edge, making it a good place to see everyday life in this pilgrimage town. Entry is free. Please do not photograph people during ceremonies. It lies southeast of Mahabaleshwar Temple, about a 5-minute walk away.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Maha Ganapati Temple
- Mahabaleshwar Temple
- Gokarna Main Beach
- Kudle Beach
- Om Beach
- Half Moon Beach
- Paradise Beach
- Mirjan Fort