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Permanent Pictorial Cancellations of Karnataka State

(Total 33 Permanent Pictorial Cancellations)

Belur S. O. - 573 115

Darpana Sundari
Date of Introduction: 02.01.1978
Belur is a town and a taluka in Hassan district in the state of
Karnataka. The town is renowned for its Chennakesava temple,
one of the finest examples of Hoysala workmanship. It was the
early capital of the Hoysala Empire. With Halebidu which is
only 16 km away, this is one of the major tourist destinations in
Karnataka. Darpana Sundari (Lady with the mirror) carved on
walls of Belur Temple is one of major attractions in the
Chennakesava temple complex. The cancellation depicts
Darpana Sundari. (12th Century)
Halebeedu S. O. - 573 121
Shilabalikas
Date of Introduction: 02.01.1978

Halebeedu (literally "ruined city") is located in Hassan District,

which was previously called Dorasamudra or Dwarasamudra,
was the regal capital of the Hoysala Empire in the 12th century.
It is home to one of the best examples of Hoysala architecture in
the ornate Hoysaleswara and Kedareswara temples. The walls of
the temple are covered with an endless variety of depictions
from Hindu mythology, animals, birds and Shilabalikas or
dancing figures. The cancellation depicts one of the bracket
dancing figures, popularly known as Shilabalikas.

(Note: It appear that old cancellation has been replaced with

new cancellation. In both cancellations there is difference in
spelling of Halebeedu (First Canc.: Halebidu, Second Canc.:
Halebeedu)

Hampi S. O. - 583 215

Stone Chariot
Date of Introduction: 02.01.1978
Hampi is a village in Bellary district of northern Karnataka. It is
located within the ruins of Vijayanagara, the former capital of
the Vijayanagara Empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagara, it
continues to be an important religious centre, housing the
Virupaksha Temple, as well as several other monuments
belonging to the old city. Hampi has various notable Hindu
temples, some of which are still active places of worship. Vittala
Temple Complex is perhaps the most famous and well-known
among the ruins of Hampi. The iconic stone chariot in the
vicinity of this temple complex is a symbol of Karnataka
Tourism. The ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed as
the Group of Monuments at Hampi. The cancellation depicts
famous Stone Chariot.
Sravanabelagola S. O. - 573 135
Gommateshwara
Date of Introduction: 02.01.1978
Shravanabelagola is a city located in the Hassan district, 158 km
from Bangalore. The statue of Gommateshvara Bahubali at
Sravanabeḷagoḷa is one of the most important pilgrimage
destinations in Jainism, one that reached a peak in architectural
and sculptural activity under the patronage of Western Ganga
Dynasty of Talakad. Chandragupta is said to have died here in
298 BC after he became a Jain monk and assumed an ascetic life
style. The cancellation depicts Monolithic statue of
Gommateshvara.

(Note: It appears that old cancellation has been replaced

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with new cancellation which can be noticed from two

different examples of cancellations. Position of Pincode and
font size are different in both examples.
Philatelic Bureau, Bangalore G.P.O. - 560 001
Vidhana Soudha
Date of Introduction: 15.01.1979
Bangalore also rendered Bengaluru, is the capital of the
Karnataka and located on the Deccan Plateau in the south-
eastern part of Karnataka. Bangalore is well known as a hub for
India's information technology sector. The Vidhana Soudha,
located in Bengaluru is the seat of the state legislature of
Karnataka. It is an imposing building, constructed in a style
sometimes described as Mysore Neo-Dravidian and incorporates
elements of Indo-Saracenic and Dravidian styles. The
cancellation depicts Vidhana Soudha.
Udupi H. O. - 576 101
Sri Krishna, Udupi Temple
Date of Introduction: 23.01.1985
Udupi is a town in the south-west of Karnataka. Udupi is notable
for the Krishna Temple, and lends its name to the popular Udupi
cuisine. Udupi, also known as Rajata Peetha and Shivalli
(Shivabelli), a centre of pilgrimage. Udupi is known for the
Krishna Mutt (Temple of Lord Krishna) and also native place of
the Vaishnavite saint Shri Madhvacharya who founded the
Krishna Mutt in the 13th century. The cancellation depicts Sri
Krishna of Udupi Temple.

Sringeri S. O. - 577 139

Vidyashankara Temple
Date of Introduction: 27.01.1985
Sringeri is a hill town and taluka headquarters located in
Chikkamagaluru district. It is the site of the first maṭha
established by Adi Shankara, Hindu theologian and exponent of
the Advaita Vedanta philosophy, in the 8th century. It is located
on the banks of the river Tunga. Sringeri is home to a number of
historic temples. Of these, Sri Sharadamba temple and Sri
Vidyashankara temple are very prominent. The cancellation
depicts Vidyashankara temple.
Srirangapatna S. O. - 571 438
Sword and Headgear of Tipu Sultan
Date of Introduction: 20.10.1978 & 20.06.1987
Srirangapatna is a town in Mandya district, located near the city
of Mysore. It is of great religious, cultural and historic
importance. The town takes its name from the celebrated
Ranganathaswamy temple which dominates the town, making
Srirangapattana one of the most important Vaishnavite centers of
pilgrimage in south India. Srirangapattana became the de facto
capital of Mysore under Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan.
Srirangapattana was the scene of the last and decisive battle
fought between Tipu Sultan and a combined force of 50,000 men
provided equally by the Nizam of Hyderabad and the East India
Company under the overall command of General George Harris.
The cancellation depicts the Sword and Headgear of Tipu Sultan,
known as the Tiger of Mysore.

Note: Prior to Sword and Head gear cancellation a Postmark

representing Gumbaz was used. This cancellation was
introduced on 20.10.1978 and used till 1986. Gumbaz is the
burial chamber of Tipu Sultan, his father Haider Ali and
mother Fatima Begum.
Bijapur H. O. - 586 101
Gol Gumbaz
Date of Introduction: 28.09.1987
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Bijapur city is well known for its historical monuments of

architectural importance built during the rule of Adil Shahi
dynasty. The city was established in the 10th-11th centuries by
the Kalyani Chalukyas and was known as Vijayapura (City of
victory). The city was passed to Yadavas after Chalukya's
demise. The city came under the influence of the Khilji Sultanate
in Delhi by the late 13th century. In 1347, the area was
conquered by the Bahmani Sultanate of Gulbarga. By this time,
the city was being referred as Vijapur or Bijapur. Gol Gumbaz is
the most famous monument in Bijapur. It is the tomb of
Mohammed Adil Shah. It is one of the largest domein the world.
A particular attraction in this monument is the central chamber,
where every sound is echoed seven times. Another attraction at
the Gol Gumbaz is the Whispering Gallery, where even minute
sounds can be heard clearly 37 metres away. Gol Gumbaz
complex includes a mosque, a Naqqar Khana (a hall for the
trumpeters) and the ruins of guest houses. The cancellation
depicts Gol Gumbaz.
Badami S. O. - 587 201
Nataraja
Date of Introduction: 29.09.1987
Badami formerly known as Vatapi, is a town in the Bagalkot
district. It was the regal capital of the Badami Chalukyas from
540 to 757 AD. It is famous for rock cut and other structural
temples.Badami is famous for its sandstone cave temples. Cave
temple 1 may be the oldest in Badami. It is made of red
sandstone and has a hall with numerous pillars and a square
shaped sanctum hollowed in the control back wall. There are
paintings of amorous couples on the ceiling. Other features
include Shiva and his consort Parvati with a coiled serpent and
the 18 armed lord Nataraja in 81 dancing poses. The cancellation
depicts Nataraja as the cosmic dancer.
Pattadakal B. O. - 587 221
Galaganatha Temple
Date of Introduction: 30.09.1987
Pattadakal lies on the banks of the Malaprabha River in Bagalkot
district. It is 22 km from Badami and about 10 km from Aihole.
It is well known for its historic temples. The group of 8th
century monuments in Pattadakal are the culmination of the
earliest experiments in the vesara style of Hindu temple
architecture. The town displays both Dravidian and the Nagara
styles of temple architecture. UNESCO in 1987 included
Pattadakal in its list of World Heritage sites. Famous
Galaganatha temple was built in the architecture style of Rekha
Nagara Prasada. Temple contains a sculpture of Lord Shiva
killing the demon Andhakasura. The cancellation depicts
Galaganathe temple.
Nagarahole B. O. - 571 258
Gloriosa Superba (Wild Lily)
Date of Introduction: 06.11.1987
Nagarhole is a national park located in Kodagu district. It is also
known as Rajiv Gandhi National Park. This park was declared
the thirty seventh Project Tiger tiger reserve in 1999. It is part of
the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. The park has rich forest cover,
small streams, hills, valleys and waterfalls. The park has a
healthy tiger-predator ratio, with many tigers, Indian bison and
elephants. This National Park is also famous for its flora and
fauna. The cancellaiton depicts Gloriosa Superba (Wild Lily). It
is a "scandent plant, climbing by leaftip tendrils. The perianth
segments, which are accrescent during anthesis and become
reflexed, are striking in color, yellow proximally and at margins
and dark red in the median portion".
Manipal H.P. O. - 576 119
The Venugopal Temple (Lord Gopi Krishna Temple)
Date of Introduction: 04.12.1988
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Manipal is a university town in the state of Karnataka. It is a

suburb within Udupi city and is administered by Udupi City
Municipality. It is located in the rocky hinterland of the Malabar
Coast of south west India, about 8 km east the Laccadive Sea.
The Venugopal temple in Manipal is situated within the Manipal
Institute of Technology Campus. It has a very beautiful visage
and houses a beautiful idol of Shri Venugopala. The cancellation
depicts the Venugopal (Lord Gopi Krishna) temple.
Dharmasthala P. O. - 574 216
Sri Manjunatheswara Temple
Date of Introduction: 02.01.1989
Dharmasthala is an Indian temple village on the banks of the
Nethravathi River in the Belthangadi taluk of the Dakshina
Kannada district. The village is known for its Dharmasthala
Temple which houses the shrine of Shiva, Manjunatha,
Ammanavaru, Chandranath and the Dharma Daivas (Guardian
Spirits of Dharma) namely Kalarahu, Kalarkayi, Kumaraswamy
and Kanyakumari. Dharmasthala is known for it's beautiful
surroundings and Sri Manjunatheswara Temple. Lord
Manjunatheswara, a form of Shiva is worshipped here as are the
native ‘Daivas’. The temple priests are Vaishnavaite Brahmins
and the head of Dharmasthala Kshetra, the Heggade is a Jain by
faith. The cancellation depicts front view of Sri
Manjunatheswara Temple.
Nandi Hills B. O. - 562 118
Nandi, a bull
Date of Introduction: 09.06.1989
Nandi Hills or Nandidurg is a hill fortress of southern India, in
the Kolar District located just 3 to 5 Kms. from Chickballapur. It
is 4851 ft. (1478 meters) above sea level. Nandidrug hill, known
commonly as Nandi Hills, is the source of the Penner, Ponnaiyar
and Palar rivers. Nandi Hills gets its name from an ancient Nandi
temple situated on this hill. This temple has a thousand year old
sculpture of Nandi. An ancient lord Shiva and Parvati temple
also adorns this hill. It is also perhaps called Nandi Hills because
the hill resembles a sleeping bull (Nandi). The cancellation
depicts Nandi, a Bull.
Somanathapur B. O. - 571 120
Lord Somanatha Temple
Date of Introduction: 08.09.1989

Somanathapura is a town located 35 km from the historic

Mysore city. Somanathapura is famous for the Chennakesava
Temple (also called Keshava temple) built by Soma, a
Dandanayaka (commander) in 1268 CE under Hoysala Empire
King Narasimha III, when the Hoysalas were the major power in
South India. The Keshava temple is one of the finest and most
complete examples of Hoysala architecture and is in a very well
preserved condition. The temple is in the care of the
Archeological Survey of India as a protected heritage site. The
cancellation depicts front view of Chennakesava Temple.

(Note: It appears that old cancellation has been replaced

with new cancellation. In old cancellation Hindi name
appears above the design and Mysore word is added in
English and Hindi text while in new cancellation Mysore is
deleted and Hindi and English text are in single line. Also in
old cancellation name of post office in Hindi reads as
'Somnathpura' while in new one it reads as 'Somnathpur'.

Philatelic Bureau, Mangalore H. O. - 575 001

Light House
Date of Introduction: 11.09.1989
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Mangalore is the chief port city of Karnataka. It is located about

350 kilometres west of the state capital, Bangalore. Mangalore
lies between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghat mountain
ranges, and is the administrative headquarters of the Dakshina
Kannada (formerly South Canara) district in south western
Karnataka. Mangalore derives its name from the local Hindu
Goddess Mangaladevi. Light House Hill is situated in
Hampankatta, the heart of Mangalore City. It is the location of
two famous educational institutions in Mangalore, namely St.
Aloysius College and Kasturba Medical College. This "Light
House" was built by Hyder Ali, an erst while ruler of Mysore.
The huge watchtower in the hill served as a base for the British,
from where many resident commanders of the British Navy
would monitor the movement of travelling ships. The
cancellation depicts the 18th Century Light House.
Aihole B. O. - 587 138
Chalukyan Royal Emblem
Date of Introduction: 28.02.1990
Aihoḷe is a temple complex in the Bagalkot district. It is a very
popular tourist spot in north Karnataka. It lies to the east of
Pattadakal, along the Malaprabha River, while Badami is to the
west of both. According to mythology Aihole is the place where
Parashurama washed his axe after killing the Kshatriyas. Aihole
has historical significance and is called as cradle of Hindu rock
architecture. Aihole was the first capital of the early Chalukyas.
Chalukya emblem of Aihole depicts Vishnu in Varaha form. A
6th century stone emblem.
Karkala H. O. - 574 104
Seated Tirthankara
Date of Introduction: 05.02.1991
Karkala is a town and the headquarters of Karkala taluk in the
Udupi district of Karnataka, located about 380 km from
Bangalore. It lies near the Western Ghats. The town was called
Pandya Nagari during the period of Jain rule, and later became
known as Karikallu, then Karkal and finally to Karkala. Karkala
is a town of historical importance and a pilgrim centre for Jains.
Jainism is widely practised here. The single stone 13 meter high
statue of Gomateshwara (Lord Bahubali) is located about 1 km
from the center of the town and is the second tallest in
Karnataka. The cancellation depicts a seated Tirthankara.
Kokkare Bellur B. O. - 571 433
Flying Pelican
Date of Introduction: 28.01.1992
Kokkarebellur, usually shortened by the colloquial usage to
Kokrebellur, is a village in Maddur taluk of Mandya district. The
village is named after the Painted Stork (Ibis leucocephalus)
called “Kokkare” in Kannada language. The uniqueness in
Kokkarebellur is the long established bonding between the
Spot-billed Pelicans and the villagers who have adopted this bird
as their heritage, since they consider the birds as harbingers of
good luck and prosperity to the village. The benefits derived by
the villagers from these birds are basically in the form of
phosphorus and potassium rich manure obtained from the bird
droppings. The village has extensive agricultural fields with
sugarcane as a major crop. During the season of migration of
birds, large colonies of Spot-billed Pelicans and Painted Storks
are seen nesting, mostly in tamarind trees. The cancellation
depicts flying pelican.
Bandipur B. O. - 571 318
Tiger's Paw
Date of Introduction: 01.04.1992
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Bandipur National Park, established in 1973 as a tiger reserve

under Project Tiger, is a national park and located in Gundlupet
taluq of Chamarajanagar district. It was once a private hunting
reserve for the Maharaja of the Kingdom of Mysore. Bandipur is
known for its wildlife and has many types of biomes, but dry
deciduous forest is dominant. Bandipur supports a good
population of endangered and vulnerable species like Indian
elephants, gaurs, tigers, sloth bears, muggers, Indian rock
pythons, four-horned antelopes and dholes. Most National Parks
in the country hold their individual tiger counting operations
almost every year. Census of tigers is taken by studying their
pugmarks. The cancellation depicts the paw of a tiger.

Madikeri H. O. - 571 201

Odikathi & Peechikathi
Date of Introduction: 01.04.1992

Madikeri is a hill station town, also known as Mercara, it is the

headquarters of Kodagu (Coorg) district. It is a popular tourist
destination. Madikeri was formerly known as Muddu raja keri.
Muddurajakeri which means Mudduraja's town, was named after
the prominent Haleri king, Mudduraja who ruled Kodagu from
1633-1687. Coorgs (the Kodagu men) are identified closely with
an ‘emblem’ of knives (the odikathi and the peechekathi). These
weapons hold great significance for them, and therefore the
Peechekathi is worn on the attire as well.

The cancellation features the Odikathi, a dagger and a

Peechikathi, a small knife used by the Kodava community as a
part of their ceremonial dress.

Halashi B. O. - 591 142

Kadamba Royal Logo
Date of Introduction: 04.05.1993
Halashi is a historical village in Belgaum district, about 45 kilo
meters away from Belgaum on the route of Dandeli, Goa.
Halashi was ruled by Kadamba's and said to have 100 temples.
The famous temples are Sri Lakshmi Narasimha, Kalmeswara,
Suverneshwara. Ram Theertha and Vyasa Theertha group of
temples near the village. The village has a famous Jain Basadi
too. The village is surrounded by greenaries and mountains. The
cancellation depicts the Royal logo of Kadambu (the major
Royal family) in the year 325 to 545 A. D. and 1000 to 1050 AD
ruled most parts of the Karnataka and Goa and Halashi as second
capital.
Philatelic Bureau, Mysore H. O. - 570 001
Elephant carrying Howdah
Date of Introduction: 11.10.2002
Mysore is the second-largest city in the state of Karnataka,
located at the base of the Chamundi Hills about 146 km
southwest of the state capital Bangalore. Mysore is noted for its
palaces, including the Mysore Palace, and for the festivities that
take place during the Dasara festival when the city receives a
large number of tourists. It lends its name to the Mysore style of
painting, the sweet dish Mysore Pak, the Mysore Peta (a
traditional silk turban) and the garment known as the Mysore
silk saree. Mysore is well known for the festivities that take
place during the period of Dasara, the state festival of Karnataka.
The Dasara festivities, which are celebrated over a ten-day
period, were first introduced by King Raja Wodeyar I in 1610.
On the ninth day of Dasara, called Mahanavami, the royal sword
is worshipped and is taken on a procession of decorated
elephants, camels and horses. The cancellation depicts elephant
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carrying the Howdah. (A howdah, or houdah is a carriage which

is positioned on the back of an elephant). Cancellation was
introduced on the occasion of the inauguration of philatelic
bureau at Mysore.
Kollur S. O. - 576 220
Kollur Mookambika Temple
Date of Introduction: 13.11.2002
Kolluru or Kollur is a small temple-town situated about 60
kilometres from Hosanagara Town, about 120 kilometres away
from Shimoga City. This village lies at the foot of the Western
Ghats and is famous for the Mookambika temple, a Hindu
pilgrim center. The goddess is called Mookambika as she is said
to have slain the demon Mookasura. The goddess is described as
in the form of a jyotirlinga incorporating both Shiva and Shakti.
The panchaloha image of the goddess on Shri Chakra is stated to
have been consecrated by Shri Adi Shankaracharya. The
cancellation depicts the front view of the Kollur Mookambika
Temple. It was introduced on the occasion of the inauguration of
the new post office building of Kollur.
Mandarthi S. O. - 576 223
Yakshagana of Mandarthi
Date of Introduction: 14.10.2005
Mandarthi is a Hindu holy place located 25 km north to Udupi.
The Goddess Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple resides here. The
name derives from 'Manda-Aarathi' from Kannada, meaning the
holy light. The various cultural and religious activities and in
particular the Yakshagana conducted in the premises of
Mandarthi temple reflect the dedication and devotion of the
people in continuing the rich traditions of the region.
Yakshagana is a theater form that combines, dance, music,
dialogue, costume, make-up and stage techniques with a unique
style and form. The cancellation depicts the Yakshagana of
Mandarthi.
Chamundibetta B. O. - 570 010 (Chamundi Hills)
Mahishasura
Date of Introduction: 10.12.2005
Chamundi Hills are located close to the palace city of Mysore.
According to legend, the demon Mahishasura, king of the area
that is currently Mysore, was killed by the Goddess
Chamundeswari (also Chamundi) after a fierce battle. The hills
are named after the goddess, and a temple honors her in the hills.
The temple has a beautiful idol of the goddess. The top of the
hill has a few attractions - the Mahishasura Statue, the
Chamundeswari Temple, and a few other temples nearby. The
cancellation depicts statue of Mahishashura.
Bidar H. P. O. - 585 401
Madarsa of Mohammed Gawan
Date of Introduction: 11.12.2005
Bidar is located on the Deccan Plateau in the north-eastern part
of Karnataka. It is the headquarters of the Bidar District which
shares its border with Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh. It is the
northern most district of Karnataka. It is also called as crown of
Karnataka. Bidar city is known for its Bidri handicraft products.
Manjira River is one of the main rivers supplying drinking water
to Bidar. Bidar has lots of historical monuments from the
Bahmani era. The structure of the great Mahmud Gawan Arabic
University is reminiscent of the rich architecture of the Bahmani
era. The cancellation depicts the Mahaud Gawan Arabic
University (Madarsa of Mohammed Gawan)
S. G. S. Ashram P. O. - 570 025
Nada Mantapa
Date of Introduction: 31.05.2008
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Sri Ganapati Sachchidananda Avadhoota Datta Peetham is a

remarkable place in the quiet city of Mysore. For over the past
four decades, this centre has been rendering excellent spiritual
propagation, throughout the world under the direction of the
pontiff Sri Sri Sri Ganapati Sachidananda Swamiji. The very
mention of Datta Peetham reminds us of the Lord Dattatreya. A
unique palm shaped musical auditorium which is aptly named as
"Nada Mantapa" (hall of musical tones) is an architectural
marvel of the Avadhoota Datta Peetham. The cancellation
depicts 'Nada Mantapa', auditorium.
Bannerghatta P. O. - 560 083
Malabar Banded Peacock (Papilio buddha)
Date of Introduction: 23.05.2009
The Bannerghatta National Park is located south of Bangalore
city. This hilly place is one of the richest natural zoological
reserves. The park covers an area of 104.27 sq. km. and is a
major tourist attraction. The country's first Butterfly Park was
established here. Bannerghatta has dense forests and scrub land,
which are home to wild animals like bison, leopard and wild
boar. It is also an important corridor between the Eastern and
Western Ghats for migrating elephants. The park is connected to
B.R. Hills and Sathyamangalam forest areas, extending all the
way up to Wayanad. The environment has a tropical setting —
complete with the humid climate, an artificial waterfall,a narrow
walking bridge and host plants and shrubs that attract butterflies.
The cancellation depicts the outline of the Malabar Banded
Peacock (Papilio buddha), a butterfly endemic to the Western
Ghats.
Kannada University Campus P. O., Kamalapura - 583 276
Sloth Bear
Date of Introduction: 05.01.2011

Hampi near Hospet, in Bellary district is a renowned world

heritage centre. The unique Sloth Bear sanctuary is situated very
close to this heritage site. Situated only 15 kilometers from
Hampi, Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary is the biggest in Asia. It is
estimated that about 120 Sloth Bears are living in this sanctuary,
apart from Leopards, Hyena, Jackals, Wild Boars, Porcupine,
Pangolins, Star Tortoise, Monitor Lizard, Mongoose, Pea Fowls,
Partridges, Painted Spur Hen, Quails etc.

The Kannada University campus, is adjacent to the Daroji Bear

Sanctuary. It is a research oriented Public University in Hampi.
The cancellation depicts Sloth bear.

Kateel - 574 148

Sri Durga Parameshwari Temple
Date of Introduction: ???
Kateel or Kateelu is a temple town in the Dakshina Kannada
district. It is about 29 kilometers away from Mangaluru and is
considered one of the holiest temple towns in Hinduism. The
main attraction of the town is the temple of Sri Durga
Parameshwari. The holy temple is situated on an islet in the
middle of the sacred river Nandini amidst panoramic scenes and
fascinating greenery. Thousands of devotees visit Kateel every
day to seek blessings from goddess Durga Parameshwari. The
cancellation depicts Sri Durga Parameshwari temple view
surrounded by Nandini River.
Subrahmanya - 574 238
Hood of Serpent Vasuki
Date of Introduction: ???
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Lapped in the luxurious abundance of the beauty of the nature

the village of Subramanya lies in the Sullia Taluk in Dakshina
Kannada with a sancity which very few places can boast of. It is
about a 105 KM from Mangalore. The Kukke Subrahmanya
Temple is situated in the heart of the village. Nature reveals
herself in all her unhidden beauty in the rivers, forests and
mountains which the temples is surrounded by. The belief is that
Vasuki and other snakes took refuge under God Subrahmanya in
the caves at Subramanya. Here God Subrahmanya is worshipped
as a snake. The cancellation depicts Hood of Sperpent Vasuki.

A hand book on Permanent Pictorial Cancellations of South Karnataka Region was released by South Karnataka Postal
Region during Mysopex-2003 held at Mysore from 31st October to 2nd November 2003.This book features 18 Permanent
Pictorial Cancellations of South Karnataka. It has also mention of other 7 permanent pictorial cancellation available in other
part of Karanataka. The book was sold at Rs. 40/-.

A hand book on Permanent Pictorial Cancellations of Karnataka State has been released by Karnataka
Postal Circle. This book features 28 permanent cancellations of Karnataka. It also features two other
cancellations of Bear Santury of Daroji, Bellary and Nanda Mantapa of Mysore, which were introduced
later on. This book is priced at Rs.60/- and may be available at all Philatelic Bureaus and Philatelic
Counters in Karnataka State.

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