Kukke
Kukke, also known as Kukke Subramanya, is a town in Subrahmanya taluk of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It lies in the Western Ghats and is best known as the site of the Kukke Subramanya Temple, a major pilgrimage center devoted to Subrahmanya (Kartikeya).
The temple is renowned for its tradition of Nagaradhane, serpent worship, and attracts devotees seeking protection
According to local legend, Subrahmanya manifested here to protect the region from evil forces, and the temple
Kukke is accessible by road from Mangalore and other towns in the district. The nearest rail link