Famous Shiva Temples in Indias IT Hub
Bangalore is known as the Silicon Valley of India as it is the country’s leading IT exporter. It is also the second fastest growing metro in India. A lot of state owned and defence organizations are housed in the city along with Kannada Film Industry. The fast-paced city is also home to a rich multi-religious culture. It has been ruled by Cholas, Hoysalas, Mughals and the British. The city has over 1000 temples located in its premises. It also has numerous mosques, gurudwaras and churches. It is known for some of the best temples in the country which draw visitors from all over the world.
So if you are planning a trip to Bangalore, here’s a list of Shiva Temples you can visit! Don’t forget to avail MakeMyTrip flight coupons while booking your travel tickets to Bangalore.
Also See: Jain Temples in Bangalore
8 Famous Shiva Temples in Bangalore
1. Halasuru Someshwara Temple
This temple was built in the Chola period and is one of the oldest temple in Bangalore. According to legend, Kempe Gowda was on a hunt one day and was far away from his kingdom when he fell asleep under a tree. It was then in his dream that the local deity appeared and instructed him to build a temple in his honour. When he woke from his dream he was lucky to find treasure and completed the construction quickly.
- Distance From City: 7.5 km
- Temple Timings: 06:00 am to 12:30 pm, 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm
- Main Gods Worshipped: Lord Shiva
- Best Time to Visit: October to February
- Time Taken: 1-2 hours
- How to Reach: Nearest railway station is Bangalore city junction railway station | Airport is Bangalore International airport
Also See: Temples in Karnataka | Shiva Temples in Karnataka
2. Gavi Gangadhareshwara temple
According to legend this temple was built by Kempe Gowda who was the founder of Bangalore. He built it when he was released from the prison after 5 years and he was thankful to his Lord for granting him freedom and due to this faith, he built the temple. It is inside a natural cave and the main deity inside is lord Shiva who monolithic idol is worshipped.
- Distance from City: 5 km
- Temple Timings: 06: 00 to 8:00 pm
- Main Gods Worshipped: Lord Shiva
- Best Time To Visit :October to february
- Time Taken: 2 hours
- How To Reach: Nearest Railway Station: Bangalore CY railway station, Bangalore International Airport
Also See: Temples in Andhra Pradesh | Temples in Goa
3. Kemfort Shiva Temple
The temple is considered as one of the most beautiful Shiva temples in the world and it is marked by a 65 feet tall figure of Lord Shiva carved in White Marble.The entrance of this temples is marked with a 25 ft Shivalinga that represents the sacred form of the deity.
- Distance From City: 1 km
- Temple Timings: 07:00 am to 9:00 pm
- Main Gods Worshipped: Lord Shiva
- Best Time to Visit: Monday as special Shiv aarti takes place every two hours
- Time Taken: 1-2 hours
- How to Reach: Nearest railway station is Bangalore city junction railway station |Airport is Bangalore International airport
Also See: Temples in Hyderabad | Temples in Maharashtra
4. Dwadasha Jyotirlinga temple
This temple was found by BrahmaleenaSadguru Sri ShivapuriMahaswamiji with the vision of providing all devotees equal access to Jyotirlinga Darshana. The construction of this temple started way back in 2002. All the lingas inside the temple are made from the stones of river Narmada and are considered auspicious.
- Distance From City: 103 km
- Temple Timings: 07:00 am to 12:30 pm, 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm
- Main Gods Worshipped: Lord Shiva
- Best Time to Visit: October to February
- Time Taken: 1-2 hours
- How to Reach: Nearest railway station is Bangalore city junction railway station|Airport is Bangalore International airport
Also See: Temples in Mumbai | Temples in Pune
5. Kadu Malleshwara Temple
It was built in 17th Century AD and according to legend it was built by Venkoji who was the brother of Maratha King Shivaji. The main deity in the temple is lord Shiva who is worshipped as Mallikarjun. The temple also is the birthplace of Vrishbhavathi River.
- Distance From City: 1 km
- Temple Timings: 06:30 am to 12:30 pm, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
- Main Gods Worshipped: Lord Shiva
- Best Time to Visit: October to February
- Time Taken: 1-2 hours
- How to Reach: Nearest railway station is Malleshwaramrailway station| Nearest Airport: KempegowdaInternational airport
6. Shiva Temple on Airport Road
This temple has a 65 foot high statue of Lord Shiva on Airport Road. It was built in the year 1995 and has a towering presence and a grand look. The temple was made by Shri Shankaracharya of Srinegri who is considered an incarnation of Lord Shiva.
- Distance From City: 12 km
- Temple Timings: 06:00 am to 08:00 pm
- Main Gods Worshipped: Lord Shiva
- Best Time to Visit: October to February
- Time Taken: 1-2 hours
- How to Reach: Nearest railway station is Bangalore city junction railway station| Nearest Airport is Bangalore city airport
7. Nageshwara Temple
The Nageshwara temple is a feast for the eyes with its historical architectural design. The shrines in the temple itself are from the Chola Dynasty and Western Ganga Dynasty. The pillars are made from white marble and are simple in design with a square base and a fluted octagonal centre. It is said to be built all the way back in 890 AD.
- Distance From City: 3.6 km
- Temple Timings: 05:00 am to 10:00 pm, 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm
- Main Gods Worshipped: Lord Shiva
- Best Time to Visit: October to February
- Time Taken: 1-2 hours
- How to Reach: Nearest railway station is Bangalore city railway station| Nearest Airport is Kempegowda airport
8. Kote Jalakanteshwara Temple
This temple was built in the Chola Dynasty and is situated near the KalasipalyaBus Stand. The temple has three sanctums of Jalankanteshwara,Parvathi and Kailasananthar. It is 400 years old and was built in Kempegowda reign. It’s ceiling with tortoise, fish and snake is also famous to bring out positivity and goodness in a person.
- Distance From City: 5km
- Temple Timings: 07:00 am to 11:00 pm, 600 pm to 8:00 pm
- Main Gods Worshipped: Lord Shiva
- Best Time to Visit: October to February
- Time Taken: 1-2 hours
- How to Reach: Nearest railway station is Bangalore city railway station | Airport is Kempegowda airport
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