🛕 1. Chokkanathaswamy Temple
Built by the Cholas in the 10th century, this temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and features ancient Tamil inscriptions and sculptures.
📍 Location: Domlur, Bengaluru
🕘 Timings: 6:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🛕 2. ISKCON Temple
One of the largest ISKCON temples in the world, known for its stunning architecture, daily aartis, festivals, and Krishna consciousness programs.
📍 Location: Rajajinagar, Bengaluru
🕘 Timings: 7:15 AM – 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 8:20 PM
🛕 3. Kote Venkataramana Temple
A 17th-century Dravidian-style temple dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara. Known for its peaceful ambiance and Vaikunta Ekadashi celebrations.
📍 Location: Krishna Rajendra Rd, Bengaluru
🕘 Timings: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
🛕 4. Jagannath Temple
This temple is a replica of the famous Puri Jagannath Temple and houses idols of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra. A serene space for devotees.
📍 Location: HSR Layout, Bengaluru
🕘 Timings: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
5. Sree Tirumala Giri Lakshmi Venkateswara Swami Temple
Located in J P Nagar 2nd Phase, Bengaluru, this temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateshwara. The main idol is a close replica of the Tirumala idol.
The deity is flanked by Lord Narasimha and Goddess Lakshmi, with additional shrines for Govindaraja Swamy, Anjaneya, Ganapathi, and Maha Shesha.
Near Durga Parameshwari Ground,
9th Cross, 80 Feet Road, J.P. Nagar, 2nd Phase,
Bengaluru – 560078, Karnataka
Mon–Fri: 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM; 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM; 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
6. Devagiri Varaprada Sri Venkateshwara Temple – Bengaluru
Devagiri Temple stands on a hillock in Banashankari, Bengaluru. The deity is Lord Venkateshwara, flanked by Lord Ganesha and Goddess Padmavathi. The idol resembles the Tirumala form.
It also features a 108-feet Rajagopura, Navagraha shrines, Hanuman temple, Kalyana Mantapa and Annapurneshwari Hall.
15th Main, 22nd Cross, Near BDA Complex,
Banashankari 2nd Stage, Bengaluru – 560070
7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
7. Sri Srinivasa Temple, Mahalakshmi Layout, Bengaluru
Introduction:
Located in Mahalakshmi Layout, this temple features a six-story Divya Darshan Gopuram. Each floor depicts a story of deities like Vishnu, Shiva, Lakshmi, and Krishna using beautifully crafted idols.
History:
Believed to be built in the 12th century and renovated by Yelahanka Nada Prabhus. According to legend, Kempe Gowda found treasure here and built the temple after a divine vision.
Timings:
Morning: 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Evening: 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Direction:
Around 10–12 km from Majestic, accessible via Mahalakshmi Layout. Approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour by vehicle.
Declaration:
The Divya Darshan experience here takes about 1 hour. It’s a sacred and serene location, highly revered by devotees.
8. Venkateswara Swamy Temple, Bellandur, Bengaluru
Overview:
This majestic granite temple near Bellandur Lake is built in Madurai architectural style. The main deity is Lord Srinivasa, accompanied by Garuda and Hanuman idols. Intricately carved elephants and Dashavatara greet visitors at the entrance.
Highlights:
The temple features an 80-feet Gopuram, beautifully maintained surroundings, and contributions from sculptors from near Rameswaram. A Havan Mantapa is present for rituals and Pran Pratishtha ceremonies.
Address:
Near Govt. High School,
Bellandur, Bengaluru – 560103
Timings:
Morning: 6:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Evening: 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
