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Popular Temples in Bangalore – Visit Once in a Lifetime!

Popular Temples in Bangalore – Visit Once in a Lifetime!

Bangalore, officially known as Bengaluru is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. This place is the third most populous city and fifth-most populous urban agglomeration in India. The diversity of Bangalore religions is reflective of the rich cultural heritage of this place. Although it is known to be a commercial hub; one can find various Bangalore Mandir, Mosques, Churches, Jain derasars, Sikh gurudwaras, Buddhist viharas and the list goes further on. The ancient temples in Bengaluru are built in the traditional Dravidian architectural; style whereas few exhibit a modern facade. Must visit Bengaluru if you visit Karnataka. It will provide you the best religious trip you might have ever planned.

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Out of the many famous temples in Bangalore that you can visit; we have picked the best. It doesn’t matter whether you are religious or just interested in architecture; you surely will have a pleasant experience at any of these temples.

The Chokkanathaswamy Temple

“One of the old temples in Bangalore”

Bangalore

Located at Domlur (close to the airport) in the Indian city of Bengaluru is one of the oldest religious structures built. The dedication is to the Hindu god; Vishnu known as Chokkanathaswamy or Chokka Perumal. The bengaluru temple is famous for its large pillars and beautifully sculpted statues. This temple is one of the ancient Bangalore temples which attracts tourists; with its magnificent architecture and intricate designs.

Here, you can see some beautifully done inscriptions in Tamil and sculptures on pillars; depicting the local dance form and other local traditions. It also has carvings of gods made from Saligrama stone; which is unique to Nepal. Legend has it that people; who come to the temple witnesses a pranic energy flowing through their bodies as they pray. This temple is one of the oldest temple in Karnataka in Bengaluru. Also, it is the historical temple in Bengaluru.

Location: 5th Cross Road, Opposite Sony World, Village Domlur, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560071

Timings: 6AM-11AM, 5:45PM-8:30PM, 6:00AM – 11:30AM, 5:45PM – 8:30PM (Wednesday), 6:00AM-12:30PM, 5:45PM-9:00PM (Saturday)

Famous For: Feel the unusual and mysterious Pranic energy standing at the white squares inside the temple

Bull Temple

“Demi-god Nandi Temple”

Bangalore

Devoted to the Hindu demi-god Nandi, Dodda Basavana Gudi is one of the most Bangalore famous temple; attracting a huge tourist population. It is popularly known as the Bull Temple. It is in the Bull Temple Road, Basavanagudi, area of South Bengaluru; part of the largest city of the Indian state of Karnataka. This best temple in Bangalore; is believable  to be the biggest Nandi temple in the world; measuring a whopping 15 feet. The tall, single-rock, granite statue of a bull (Nandi) that dominates the temple is its most striking element. The dedication of the temple is for worship of the sacred bull in Hinduism known as Nandi; Lord Shiva’s vahana. It is truly beautiful and worth a visit.

Location: Bull Temple Rd, Ba savanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004

Timings: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Famous For: The bull statue in the entrance- built of a single granite stone

ISKCON Temple 

“ Lord Krishna’s Abode”

Bangalore

Also known to travellers as Shree Radha Krishna Temple Bangalore, iskon bangalore Temple is located at Rajajinagar; in the area of North Bengaluru, the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. Iskcon bengaluru is one of the biggest iskcon temples in the world; and apart it is also the famous Krishna temple in Bangalore. Water fountains and a massive arch at the temple’s entrance welcome visitors. It is devoted to the Hindu deities Radha and Krishna; and is particularly admired for its beautiful architecture, which is heightened during the night time. It is one of the lovely mandirs. 

Location: Hare Krishna Hill, Chord Rd, Rajajinagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560010

Timings: 7:15am–1pm, 4pm–8:20pm

Famous For: This is one of the largest Iskcon temples in the world

Shivoham Shiva Temple

“Lord Shiva’s Temple”

Bangalore

The most distinguishing feature of this temple is the 65 feet tall idol of Lord Shiva sculpted out of white marble. The temple in Bengaluru- completed in 1995 and consists of 32 feet high Ganesha idol and a 25 feet high Shiva Linga. The temple complex contains a marvellously constructed statue of Lord Shiva; with the Holy Ganga flowing out of his matted locks. The statue of Lord Shiva stands at 65 feet and sits inside a man-made pool of water; that is a replica of Mount Kailash (Shiva’s natural habitat).

A popular ritual in the famous shiva temple in Bangalore has the temple priests; wash the linga with milk and flowers while they offer special prayers. The best time to visit the temple is during Maha Shivratri and Ganesh Chaturthi. One can also visit the temple on a Monday with a special aarti inside the temple. 

Location: 97, HAL Old Airport Road, Kemp fort mall Parking, Ramagiri, Murgesh Pallya, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560017 

Timings: Open 24 Hours 

Famous For: This temple is known for the 65 feet tall idol of Shiva

Banashankari Amma Temple

“Hindu goddess Banashankari’s Temple”

Bangalore

One of the best temples in Bangalore. The dedication of the Banashankari temple is to the deity Banashankari Amma. The unique thing about this temple is that the devotees of goddess Banashankari Amma hold special prayers on the Rahukalam; which is a consideration of an inauspicious day for most Hindus. On Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, the temple is completely full of worshippers. Some important festivals celebrated in the temple are the feast day of Goddess Banashankari Amma held on Dussehra; and the temple anniversary that falls in the Hindu month of Pushya Maasa (December to January of the Roman calendar).

Location: S Kariyappa Road, Kanakapura Main Road, Sarabande Palya, Banashankari Temple Ward, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560070 

Timings: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm 

Famous For: The goddess Parvati has a big following of followers

Kote Venkataramana Swamy Temple

“Lord Venkateswara’s Temple”

Bangalore

The Venkateshwara Temple is located on the Krishnarajendra Road in Basavanagudi. It was constructed in 1689, making it one of the oldest & famous temple in Bangalore. The temple is a prime example of typical Dravidian and Vijayanagara architectural styles. In the temple sanctum sits a beautiful statue of Lord Venkataramana. On the walls of the temple, one can see gorgeous carvings of Lord Brahma, Shiva, and Vishnu. The temple sees a lot of visitors daily. While there, do pay attention to the beautiful carvings and inscriptions on the pillars of the temple. The main festival celebrate here is Vaikuntha Ekadashi when thousands of devotees throng the temple. It is the best temple in karnataka

Location: 39, Krishna Rajendra Rd, Kalasipalya, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560002 

Timings: 8AM-12PM 

Famous For: The temples boast the Dravidian and Vijayanagara style architecture

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