Durga Temple, Karwar, Karnataka India

The 600 years old Durga Temple, which is situated in Sadashivgad Hill Fort, is another renowned pilgrimage site of Karwar. Sadashivgad lies on the northern bank of Kali River, about 6 km from the city. According to popular local belief, Raja Shiv Chatrapati found this temple and permitted the local Bhandari population to offer prayers at the site. While on the way to Durga Temple, tourists will discover the relics of old fort of Sonda kings. Also known as Shantadurga Temple, it is located close to the 17th century Dargah of Peer Shan Shamsuddin Kharobat. For accommodation, the Department of Tourism has established Yatri Nivas at top of Sadashivgad Hill. 

The Temple is situated in Sadashivgad hill of the city and has a lot of stories attached to it. It is believed that Raja Shiv Chhatrapati established this temple and gave rights of worship to the native Bhandari population.