The city has different names in different languages, Kudla in Tulu, Mangaluru in Kannada, Kodiyal in Konkani, Mangalapuram in Malayalam. It lies between the Arabian Sea and Western Ghats mountain ranges. It is famous for its pristine beaches and calm localities hence ranked as the eighth cleanest city of India. The city was ruled by several major powers like the Kadambas, Alupas, Vijayanagar Empire, Keladi Nayakas and the Portuguese. It is an important business centre in the Karnataka state of India.
Flying to Mangalore: Mangalore International Airport (10 km away) offers international flights from NewYork, Sydney, London, Singapore and domestic flights from Bangalore, Chennai, New Delhi, Mumbai.
Driving to Mangalore:
| Destination | Distance (km) | Time (hh:mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Shimoga | 191 km | 4:14 |
| Kozhikode | 233 km | 6:12 |
| Mysore | 256 km | 5:48 |
| Tumkur | 321 km | 6:41 |
| Hubli | 357 km | 7:18 |
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