Nagara Panchami (also known as Nag Panchami in other states) Celebrated at Kudupu Temple in Mangalore on Thursday , 04/08/2011, devotees to offer various poojas and services. People of Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Kasargod districts worship the serpent god Subrahmanya. Naga Panchami is a famous Hindu festival, celebrated in the honor of snakes. Photo by RK Bhat/Indian Photo Agency