Sringeri is situated in Chikmagalur District of Karnataka is a pilgrimage destination of India. It is a holy town and is famous for the first matha, established by Adi Shankaracharya. The place finds its mention in the Advaita Vetanta and this proves its mythological significance. Sarada Navratri is a major festival celebrated in this holy town with great pomp and show. Sringeri is a famous Shakti Sthalas of India and is one of the prominent pilgrimage destination of South India. The Adi Shankara Temple, Sharada Temple, The Sringeri Math, The Kere Anjaneya Temple, he Sri Parsawanath Tirthankara Temple, Sri Chappara Anjaneya Temple and Malayala Brahma Temple are some of the major pilgrimage places of the town that are visited by thousands of pilgrims all throughout the year.