Karnataka’s Divine Heritage: 358 Temples of Spiritual & Architectural

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Karnataka, the land of rich heritage and cultural grandeur, is home to some of the most revered and architecturally splendid temples in India. With a deep-rooted history in Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism, the state has preserved its religious diversity through its myriad temples, each narrating a tale of devotion, art, and history. From the grand Vijayanagar temples to the serene coastal shrines, Karnataka stands as a testimony to spiritual magnificence.

List of Temples in Karnataka

Temples of Karnataka by District

Temples in Bengaluru Urban

Shri Doddaganapathi Temple, Basavanagudi

Sri Prasanna Veeranjaneya Swamy Temple, Mahalakshmipura

Sri Vinayaka Swamy Temple, Jayanagar 4th Block

Sri Kalika Durga Parmeshwari Temple, Vidyaranyapura

Sri Gavigangadhareshwara Swamy Temple, Gavipuram

Sri Kadu Malleshwara Swamy Temple, Malleshwaram

Sri Venugopala Krishna Swamy Temple, Malleshwaram

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Balepete

Sri Banashankari Temple, Kariyappa Road

Kote Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple, K.R. Road

Temples in Dakshina Kannada

Kukke Shri Subrahmanya Temple, Subrahmanya

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Kateel

Sri Manjunatha Temple, Kadri

Sri Rajarajeshwari Temple, Polali

Sri Vinayaka Shankaranarayana Durgamba Temple, Nandavara

Sri Somanatha Temple, Someshwara

Sri Mahaganapathi Temple, Katipalla

Panolibail Sri Kallurti Daivastana, Sajeepamooda

Sri Anantha Padmanabha Temple, Kudupu

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Bappanadu

Temples In Udupi

Sri Krishna Matha, Udupi

Sri Mookambika Temple, Kolluru

Sri Mahalingeshwara Mahaganapathi Temple, Padubidri

Sri Vishweshwara Temple, Yellur

Sri Janardana and Mahakali Temple, Ambalpady

Sri Kotilingeshwara Temple, Koteshwar

Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple, Pavanje

Sri Bhramhalingeshwara Temple, Maranakatte

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Uppunda

Sri Jaya Durgaparameshwari Temple, Kadekaru

Temples In Mysuru

Sri Chamundeshwari Temple, Chamundi Hills

Sri Srikanteshwara Swamy Temple, Nanjangudu

Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, Srirangapatna

Sri Vaidyanatheshwara Swamy Temple, Talakadu

Sri Rameshwara Swamy Temple, Chamarajapete

Temples in Ballari & Vijayanagara

Sri Virupaksheshwara Swamy Temple, Hampi

Sri Dodda Basaveshwara Swamy Temple, Kurugodu

Sri Mylarlingeshwara Swamy Temple, Huvinahadagali

Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy and Basaveshwara Swamy Temple, Kuruvatti

Sri Guru Basaveshwara Swamy Temple, Kotturu

Temples in Ramanagara

Sri Kabbalamma Temple, Kabbalu, Kanakapura

Sri Revana Siddeshwara Temple, Kailancha

Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Thirumale

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Savanadurga

Sri Kengal Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Channapattana

Temples In Chikkamagaluru

Sri Kalasheshwara Swamy Temple, Kalasa

Sri Rushyashrungeshwara Swamy Temple, Kigga

Sri Guru Dattatreya Baba Budan Swamy Darga, Id Peetha

Sri Shakuna Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Sakharayapattana

Sri Amruteshwara Swamy Temple, Amrutapura

Temples In Hassan

Sri Channakeshava Swami Temple, Belur

Sri Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Navile

List of Temples in Karnataka (Continued)

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Mundkuru, Udupi - 576121

Sri Jaganmata Durga Parameshwari Temple, Kadavinakatte, Uttara Kannada - 581320

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Sowkuru, Udupi

Sri Masanikamma Temple, Periyapatna, Mysuru

Sri Hasanamba Temple, Hassan

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Nandikoor, Udupi - 574111

Sri Agastheshwara Temple, Kirimanjeshwar, Udupi - 576219

Sri Kundeshwara Temple, Kundapura, Udupi - 576201

Sri Dharmaraya Swamy Temple, Halasurupete, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple, Kumbashi, Udupi - 576257

Sri Lakshmi Adinarayanaswamy Temple, Ellodu, Chikkaballapura - 561209

Sri Pete Venkataramanaswamy Temple, Doddapete, Kolar - 563101

Sri Kasivishveshwaraswamy Temple, Antharagange, Kolar - 563101

Sri Kolaramma Temple, Kolar Town, Kolar - 563101

Mahathobhara Sri Panchalingeshwara Temple, Vitla, Dakshina Kannada - 574243

Sri Veerabhadraswamy Temple, Devarahosalli, Bengaluru Rural

Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Yelahanka Gate, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Sri Kashivishweshwara Temple, Balepete Circle, Bengaluru Urban - 560053

Smt Bandisheshamma Chatra, KG Circle, Bengaluru Urban - 560053

Sri Kalleshwara Swamy Temple, Kalledevarapura, Davanagere - 577528

Sri Haladamma Devi Temple, Mari Koppa, Davanagere

Sri Arkeshwara Swamy Temple, Guttalu, Mandya - 571401

Sri Kambada Narasimha Swamy Temple, Mandya - 571401

Sri Siddarameshwara Swamy Temple, Godekere, Tumakuru - 572214

Sri Lakshminarasimha Swamy Temple, Doddadalavatta, Tumakuru

Sri Shankaranarayana Temple, Shankaranarayana, Udupi - 576227

Sri Balabheemsena Swamy Temple, Motakpalli, Kalaburgi - 585318

Sri Moorne Mariyamma Temple, Kapu, Udupi - 574106

Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Halasuru, Bengaluru Urban - 560008

Sri Sundara Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Bengaluru Urban - 560080

Sri Sampangirama Temple, Vasanthanagar, Bengaluru Urban - 560052

Sri Vinayaka Temple, Guddattu, Kundapura, Udupi - 576222

Sri Doddabasavanna Temple, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru Urban - 560004

Kote Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple, K R Road, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Sri Karanji Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru Urban - 560004

Sri Nageshwara Swamy Temple, Beguru, Bengaluru Urban - 560114

Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple, Madivala, Bengaluru Urban - 560068

Bannanje Sri Mahalingeshwara Swamy Temple, Udupi - 576101

Sri Lakshmi Janardana Temple, Yellare, Udupi - 574108

Sri Venkatramana Temple, Manjuguni, Uttara Kannada

Sri Huligemma Devi Temple, Aroli, Manvi, Raichuru

Sri Renuka Yallamma Devi Temple, Nirmanavi, Raichuru

Sri Prasanna Gangadhareshwara Swamy Temple, Halasuru Pete, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Ballapurapete, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Mahathobhara Sri Veerabhadra Temple, Udupi - 576113

Sri Subramanya Swamy Temple, Nagalmadike, Tumakuru - 572136

Sri Aniveerabhadreshwara Temple, Korwar, Kalaburagi - 585312

Sri Shankaranarayana Temple, Kodavooru, Udupi - 576106

Sri Vaidyanatheswara Temple, Kokkada, Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada

Sri Balabhemeshwara Temple, Bheemarayanagudi, Yadagiri

Sri Halu Rameshwaraswamy Temple, Chitradurga

Sri Laxminarasimaswamy Temple, Sugganahalli, Ramanagara - 562120

Sri Laxmi Temple, Kenchanahalli, Ramanagara - 562131

Gadidam Sri Venkataravanaswamy Temple, Chikkaballapura - 561207

Sri Datta Sansthan Pantbalekundri Trusts, Pantmandir, Belagavi - 591103

Sri Prasanna Ganapathi and Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple, Sampangiramanagar, Bengaluru Urban - 560027

Sri Subramanya Temple, Guddammadi, Udupi

Sri Sooryanarayana Devastana, Maroli, Dakshina Kannada - 575005

Sri Prasanna Venkataramana Swamy Temple, Terinabeedi, Bengaluru Rural - 561203

Sri Bettada Ranganathaswamy Temple, Menasinahalli, Tumakuru - 572130

Sri Maramma Temple, Hettenahalli, Tumakuru

Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Shettihalli, Tumakuru

Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Kyamenahalli, Tumakuru - 572121

Sri Shakuna Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Sakharayapattana, Chikkamagaluru - 577135

Sri Amruteshwara Swamy Temple, Amrutapura, Chikkamagaluru

Sri Channakeshava Swamy Temple, Balehole, Chikkamagaluru - 577124

Sri Durgambha Temple, Antaraghatte, Chikkamagaluru - 577548

Sri Junjappa Swamy Temple, Bhaktanakatte, Chikkamagaluru

Sri Jenukallu Annappaswamy Temple, Attigere, Chikkamagaluru

Sri Siddeshwara Swamy Temple, Inam Bisagni Matt, Chikkamagaluru

Sri Deeviramma Temple, Mallenhalli, Chikkamagaluru

Mahathobhara Sri Anantheshwara Swamy Temple, Ballamanja Machina, Dakshina Kannada - 574224

Sri Adi Janardhana Temple, Shimanthoor, Dakshina Kannada - 574154

Sri Lakshmidevi Temple, Malali, Hassan - 573220

Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple, Idya, Dakshina Kannada - 575014

Sri Mahalingeshwara Mahaganapathi Temple, Uchila, Udupi - 574117

Chitrapura Sri Durgaparameshvari Temple, Dakshina Kannada

Sri Bilikal Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Chikkahalkur, Hassan - 573126

Sri Basaveshwara Swamy Temple, Karkahalli, Mandya

Sri Amaranarayana Swamy Temple, Kaiwara, Chikkaballapura

Sri Siddeshwara Swamy Temple, Siddarabetta, Tumakuru - 572138

Sri Samadevi Sansthan, Samadevi Galli, Belagavi - 590001

Sri Sai Mandir, Tilakwadi, Belagavi - 590006

Sri Narasimha Swamy Temple, Maddur, Mandya

Sri Nandi Basaveshwara Swamy Temple, Chikkankanahalli, Mandya

Sri Hole Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Maddur, Mandya

Sri Vaidyanatheshwara Swamy Temple, Vaidyanathapura, Mandya

Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Komaranahalli, Davanagere

Sri Basaveshwara and Kalleshwara Temple, Malebennuru, Davanagere

Sri Harihareshwara Swamy Temple, Harihara, Davanagere

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Iruvail, Dakshina Kannada

Sri Yeluhede Nagappa Temple, Bukkasagar, Vijayanagar - 583132

Sri Hosuramma Temple, Hosuru, Vijayanagar

Sri Holemma Devi Lakshmi Temple, Badakundri, Belagavi - 591221

Sri Kapileshwara Temple, Belagavi

Sri Arkeshwara Swamy Temple, Ramanagar Town, Ramanagara - 562159

Sri Venkata Ramana Swamy Temple, Sampige, Tumakuru

Sri Veerabhadra Temple, Veerabhadranagara, Belagavi - 590016

Sri Beteraya Swamy Temple, Turuvekere, Tumakuru

Sri Prasanna Lakshmi Venkataramana Swamy Temple, Robertsonpet, Kolar

Sri Kodandarama Swamy Temple, Bangarpet, Kolar

Sri Vinayaka Temple, Idagunji, Uttara Kannada

Sri Katthimaramma Temple, Kodagurkhi, Bengaluru Rural

Sri Kumararama Swamy Temple, Doddapalana Halli, Tumakuru

Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Madalaghatta, Vijayanagar

Sri Vinayaka Swamy Temple, Kurudumale, Kolar - 563131

Mahathobhara Shri Karinjeshwara Temple, Karinja, Dakshina Kannada - 574265

Sri Lakshmi Narashimha Swamy Temple, Marehalli, Mandya

Sri Kaleshwara Temple, Yattambadi, Mandya - 571430

Sri Veerabhadreshwara Swamy Temple, Balakundi, Ballari

Sri Kumara Swamy Temple, Ballari

Sri Kote Malleshwara Swamy Temple, Ballari

Sri Somanatheshwara Temple, Kutyaru, Dakshina Kannada

Sri Maharajaswamy Temple, Maravanthe, Udupi - 576230

Sri Durga Temple, Kanjuru, Udupi - 574117

Sri Sooryanarayana Temple, Naravi, Dakshina Kannada

Sri Mahadeva Vinayaka Temple, Baad, Uttara Kannada

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Nitte, Udupi - 574110

Mahathobhara Sri Seneshwara Temple, Udupi - 576214

Sri Mahalingeshwara and Kalingeshwara Temple, Udupi - 576222

Sri Mahaganapathi Temple, Nadpal, Udupi

Sri Malai Mahadeshwaraswamy Temple, MM Hills, Hanur - 571490

Sri Lakshmi Venkata Ramana Temple, Karighatta, Kallikoppalu, Mandya

Sri Kashi Vishwanatha Temple, Gosayighat, Srirangapattana, Mandya

Sri Lakshmi Venkataramanaswamy Temple, Alambagiri, Munuganahalli, Chikkaballapura

Sri Himavadh Gopalaswamy Temple, Kannegala, Chamarajanagara

Sri Chitralingeshwara Swamy Temple, Chitrahalli, Chitradurga

Sri Maramma Devi Temple, Gowrasamudra, Chitradurga

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, H D Pura, Holalkere, Chitradurga

Sri Terumalleshwara Swamy Temple, Hiriyur, Chitradurga

Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Shivaji Nagar Circle, Davanagere

Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Shyamanuru, Davanagere

Sri Maruteshwara Temple, Tulasigeri, Bagalakote

Sri Udugiri Lakshmi Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Devarahalli, Channagiri, Davanagere

Sri Shiradi Chowdeshwari Temple, Heggadde, Sakaleshpura - 573134

Sri Kenchamba Devi Temple, Harihalli, Alur - 573129

Sri Siddeshwara Swamy Temple, Hassan, 573201

Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Bookanabetta, 573116

Sri Kshethra Chakrapani Gopinatha Temple, Attavara, Mangaluru - 575001

Sri Ramalingeshwar Temple, Chandikapur, Basavakalyan - 585419

Sri Lakshmi Venkata Ramana Temple, Karighatta, Shrirangapattana - 571438

Sri Durga Devi Temple, Hirekerur - 581111

Sri Hanumantha Devara Temple, Koda - 581109

Sri Vishaparihareshwara Basavanna Hanumantha Temple, Balambida - 581111

Sri Shantesha Temple, Satenahalli - 581120

Sri Sadashiva Mahaganapathi Temple, Surathkal - 575014

Sri Narahari Parvatha Sadashiva Temple, Amtoor - 574231

Sri Panchadurga Parameshwari Temple, Poonja Arambodi - 574237

Sri Hanumantha Devara Temple, Gundagatti - 581111

Sri Veerabhadreshwar Temple, Rattihalli - 581116

Sri Tulaja Bhavani Temple, Rattihalli - 581116

Sri Ranganatha Temple, Halluru - 581119

Sri Aniveerabhadreshwar Temple, Korwar - 585312

Sri Hanumantha Devara Temple, Kadur - 581116

Sri Kantesh Swamy Temple, Kadaramandalagi - 581106

Sri Guru Gangadhar Bakkaprabhu Temple, Karaknalli - 585227

Mahathobhara Chinthamani Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Temple, Kadeshivalaya, Dakshina Kannada - 574325

Karpady Sri Subramanya Temple, Aryapu, Dakshina Kannada - 574201

Sri Lokanatheshwara Temple, Kanyadi, Dakshina Kannada - 574241

Sri Maya Mahadeva Temple, Belalu, Dakshina Kannada - 574240

Montethadka Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Shibaje, Dakshina Kannada - 574198

Sri Shishileshwara Temple, Shishila, Dakshina Kannada - 574198

Sri Somanatheshwara Temple, Ira, Dakshina Kannada - 574323

Sri Somanatheshwara Temple, Ammembala, Kurnadu - 574153, Dakshina Kannada

Sri Haiyyalalingeshwara Temple, Haiyyala, Yadgir - 585223

Sri Basaveshwara Temple, Kodekal, Yadgir - 585237

Sri Veerabhadraswamy Temple, Savanadurga, Ramanagara - 561201

Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple, Magadi Town, Ramanagara - 562120

Sri Mallikarjunaswami Temple, Mrugavadhe, Shivamogga - 577415

Sri Shankaranarayana Temple, Kodavuru, Udupi Taluk, Udupi

Sri Siddi Vinayaka Temple, Uppuru, Udupi - 576105

Sri Mallikarjunaswamy Temple, Yagathipura, Chikkamagaluru - 577140

Sri Bolarameshwara Temple, Chikmagalur Town, Chikkamagaluru - 577101

Sri Mallikarjunaswamy Temple, Siddapura, Hassan - 573121

Sri Mahasati Temple, Sodigadde, Uttara Kannada - 581320

Sri Madhukeshwara Temple, Banavasi, Uttara Kannada

Sri Bhadrakali Temple, Gokarna, Uttara Kannada - 581326

Sri Parvati Tamra Gowri Temple, Gokarna, Uttara Kannada - 581326

Sri Mahaganapati Temple, Gokarna, Uttara Kannada - 581326

Sri Karithimmarayaswamy Temple, T. Beguru, Bengaluru Rural - 562123

Sri Venkataramana Swamy / Mahima Ranganathaswamy Temple, Mahimapura, Bengaluru Rural - 562111

Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Shivanhalli, Bengaluru Urban - 560010

Sri Yalagureshwara Temple, Yalagur, Vijayapura - 586213

Sri Amareshwara Temple, Aurad (B), Bidar - 585326

Sri Banashankaridevi Temple, Badami, Bagalkote - 587201

Sri Dandanayaka Ullalthi Daivasthana, Balnadu, Dakshina Kannada - 574203

Sri Kodamanithaya Daivasthana, Yekkaru, Dakshina Kannada - 574509

Sri Somanahalli Amma and Group of Temples, Somanahalli, Mandya - 571432

Sri Brahmalingeshwara Temple, Maranakatte, Udupi - 576233

Sri Lakshmidevi Temple, Malali, Hassan - 573220

Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple, Idya, Dakshina Kannada - 575014

Sri Mahalingeshwara Mahaganapathi Temple, Uchila, Udupi - 574117

Chitrapura Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Dakshina Kannada

Sri Bilikal Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Chikkahalkur, Hassan - 573126

Sri Basaveshwara Swamy Temple, Karkahalli, Mandya

Sri Amaranarayana Swamy Temple, Kaiwara, Chikkaballapura

Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Srirangapatna, Mandya - 571438

Sri Kotilingeshwara Temple, Koteshwar, Udupi - 576222

Sri Renukamba Temple, Chandragutti, Shivamogga - 577429

Sri Venkataramana Swamy Temple, Malekallu Thirupathi, Hassan - 573103

Sri Parivara Panchalingeshwara Temple, Panja, Dakshina Kannada - 573242

Sri Channakeshava Swamy Temple, Belur Town, Hassan - 573115

Sri Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu, Hassan - 573121

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Devarayanadurga, Tumakuru - 572140

Sri Rameshwara Swamy Temple, Chamarajapete, Bengaluru Urban - 560018

Sri Guru Dattatreya Baba Budan Swamy Darga, Id Peetha, Chikkamagaluru - 577131

Sri Venkataramana Swamy Temple, Nagartharapethe, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Sri Paramartha Nikethan Trust, Anagola, Belagavi - 590006

Sri Amrutheshwara Temple, Tiruvailu, Dakshina Kannada - 575028

Sri Channakeshava Temple, Sulya, Dakshina Kannada - 574239

Sri Ranganatha Swamy and Group of Temples, Shivanasamudra, Chamarajanagara - 571440

Sri Mahaganapathi Temple, Sagar, Shivamogga - 577401

Sri Kukkawadeshwari Temple, Ammanagudda, Davanagere - 577213

Sri Vidurashvatha Narayanaswamy Temple, Gouribidanur, Chikkaballapura - 561208

Sri Marikamba Temple, Sirsi, Uttara Kannada - 581401

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Alvekodi Shirali, Uttara Kannada - 581354

Sri Bhagandeshwara Temple, Bhagamandala, Kodagu - 571247

Sri Omkareshwara Temple, Madikeri, Kodagu - 571201

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple, Savanadurga, Ramanagara - 561201

Sri Guru Thipperudra Swamy Temple, Nayakanahatty, Chitradurga - 577536

Sri Amruteshwara Swamy Temple, Perdoor, Udupi

Sri Anantheshwara and Chandramouleshwara Temple, Shivalli, Udupi

Sri Janardhana Temple, Kapu, Udupi - 574106

Sri Amareshwara Temple, Devara Bhupura, Raichuru - 584139

Sri Huligemma Devi Temple, Huligi, Koppala - 583234

Sri Lakshmi Janardhana Swamy Temple, Mandya - 571401

Sri Someshwara and Shambulingeshwara Temple, Sasalu, Mandya - 571426

Sri Huccharaya Swamy Temple, Shikaripura, Shivamogga - 577427

Sri Dandina Maramma Temple, Mekebande, Tumakuru - 572132

Sri Lakshminarasimha Swamy Temple, Rajathadripura, Tumakuru - 572114

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Mundkuru, Udupi - 576121

Sri Jaganmata Durga Parameshwari Temple, Kadavinakatte, Uttara Kannada - 581320

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Sowkuru, Udupi

Sri Masanikamma Temple, Periyapatna, Mysuru

Sri Hasanamba Temple, Hassan

Sri Durgaparameshwari Temple, Nandikoor, Udupi - 574111

Sri Agastheshwara Temple, Kirimanjeshwar, Udupi - 576219

Sri Kundeshwara Temple, Kundapura, Udupi - 576201

Sri Dharmaraya Swamy Temple, Halasurupete, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple, Kumbashi, Udupi - 576257

Sri Lakshmi Adinarayanaswamy Temple, Ellodu, Chikkaballapura - 561209

Sri Pete Venkataramanaswamy Temple, Doddapete, Kolar - 563101

Sri Kasivishveshwaraswamy Temple, Antharagange, Kolar - 563101

Sri Kolaramma Temple, Kolar Town, Kolar - 563101

Mahathobhara Sri Panchalingeshwara Temple, Vitla, Dakshina Kannada - 574243

Sri Veerabhadraswamy Temple, Devarahosalli, Bengaluru Rural

Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Yelahanka Gate, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Sri Kashivishweshwara Temple, Balepete Circle, Bengaluru Urban - 560053

Smt Bandisheshamma Chatra, KG Circle, Bengaluru Urban - 560053

Sri Kalleshwara Swamy Temple, Kalledevarapura, Davanagere - 577528

Sri Haladamma Devi Temple, Mari Koppa, Davanagere

Sri Arkeshwara Swamy Temple, Guttalu, Mandya - 571401

Sri Kambada Narasimha Swamy Temple, Mandya - 571401

Sri Siddarameshwara Swamy Temple, Godekere, Tumakuru - 572214

Sri Lakshminarasimha Swamy Temple, Doddadalavatta, Tumakuru

Sri Shankaranarayana Temple, Shankaranarayana, Udupi - 576227

Sri Balabheemsena Swamy Temple, Motakpalli, Kalaburgi - 585318

Sri Moorne Mariyamma Temple, Kapu, Udupi - 574106

Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Halasuru, Bengaluru Urban - 560008

Sri Sundara Anjaneya Swamy Temple, Bengaluru Urban - 560080

Sri Sampangirama Temple, Vasanthanagar, Bengaluru Urban - 560052

Sri Vinayaka Temple, Guddattu, Kundapura, Udupi - 576222

Sri Doddabasavanna Temple, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru Urban - 560004

Kote Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple, K R Road, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Sri Karanji Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru Urban - 560004

Sri Nageshwara Swamy Temple, Beguru, Bengaluru Urban - 560114

Sri Someshwara Swamy Temple, Madivala, Bengaluru Urban - 560068

Bannanje Sri Mahalingeshwara Swamy Temple, Udupi - 576101

Sri Lakshmi Janardana Temple, Yellare, Udupi - 574108

Sri Venkatramana Temple, Manjuguni, Uttara Kannada

Sri Huligemma Devi Temple, Aroli, Manvi, Raichuru

Sri Renuka Yallamma Devi Temple, Nirmanavi, Raichuru

Sri Prasanna Gangadhareshwara Swamy Temple, Halasuru Pete, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Sri Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Ballapurapete, Bengaluru Urban - 560002

Mahathobhara Sri Veerabhadra Temple, Udupi - 576113

Sri Subramanya Swamy Temple, Nagalmadike, Tumakuru - 572136

Sri Aniveerabhadreshwara Temple, Korwar, Kalaburagi - 585312

Sri Shankaranarayana Temple, Kodavooru, Udupi - 576106

Sri Vaidyanatheswara Temple, Kokkada, Beltangadi, Dakshina Kannada

Sri Balabhemeshwara Temple, Bheemarayanagudi, Yadagiri

Sri Halu Rameshwaraswamy Temple, Chitradurga

Sri Laxminarasimaswamy Temple, Sugganahalli, Ramanagara - 562120

Sri Laxmi Temple, Kenchanahalli, Ramanagara - 562131

Gadidam Sri Venkataravanaswamy Temple, Chikkaballapura - 561207

Sri Datta Sansthan Pantbalekundri Trusts, Pantmandir, Belagavi - 591103

Sri Prasanna Ganapathi and Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple, Sampangiramanagar, Bengaluru Urban - 560027

Sri Subramanya Temple, Guddammadi, Udupi

Sri Sooryanarayana Devastana, Maroli, Dakshina Kannada - 575005

Sri Prasanna Venkataramana Swamy Temple, Terinabeedi, Bengaluru Rural - 561203

Sri Bettada Ranganathaswamy Temple, Menasinahalli, Tumakuru - 572130

Sri Maramma Temple, Hettenahalli, Tumakuru

Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Shettihalli, Tumakuru

Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Kyamenahalli, Tumakuru - 572121

Sri Shakuna Ranganatha Swamy Temple, Sakharayapattana, Chikkamagaluru - 577135

Sri Amruteshwara Swamy Temple, Amrutapura, Chikkamagaluru

Sri Channakeshava Swamy Temple, Balehole, Chikkamagaluru - 577124

Sri Durgambha Temple, Antaraghatte, Chikkamagaluru - 577548

Sri Junjappa Swamy Temple, Bhaktanakatte, Chikkamagaluru

Sri Jenukallu Annappaswamy Temple, Attigere, Chikkamagaluru

Sri Siddeshwara Swamy Temple, Inam Bisagni Matt, Chikkamagaluru

Sri Deeviramma Temple, Mallenhalli, Chikkamagaluru

Sri Adi Janardhana Temple, Shimanthoor, Dakshina Kannada - 574154

Sri Lakshmidevi Temple, Malali, Hassan - 573220

Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple, Idya, Dakshina Kannada - 575014

Sri Mahalingeshwara Mahaganapathi Temple, Uchila, Udupi - 574117

Significance of Karnataka’s Temples

Karnataka's temples are significant for several reasons:

1. Architectural Marvels

The temples showcase various architectural styles, including Dravidian, Hoysala, and Vijayanagara styles. The Chennakeshava Temple at Belur, the Virupaksha Temple at Hampi, and the Kadri Manjunatha Temple in Mangalore are among the finest examples.

2. Spiritual Centers

These temples attract millions of devotees who seek blessings, peace, and enlightenment. They serve as centers of worship, meditation, and religious discourse.

3. Cultural Hubs

Many temples host grand annual fairs and festivals, such as Mysuru Dasara at the Chamundeshwari Temple, the Subrahmanya Rathotsava at Kukke Subrahmanya Temple, and the Laksha Deepotsava at Dharmasthala Manjunatha Temple. These events enrich Karnataka’s cultural heritage.

4. Tourist Attractions

Several of Karnataka’s temples are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, drawing global travelers interested in history, art, and spirituality. Temples such as the Belur and Halebidu temples, the Hampi group of temples, and the Udupi Sri Krishna Temple are major tourist destinations.

Legends and Stories Behind Karnataka's Temples

Karnataka’s temples are not just places of worship but also the sites of fascinating legends and stories that have been passed down through generations. Here are some of the most famous ones:

1. The Legend of Kukke Subrahmanya Temple

Located in the lush forests of Dakshina Kannada, Kukke Subrahmanya Temple is believed to be where Lord Kartikeya, also known as Subrahmanya, protected Vasuki, the king of serpents, from Garuda. Devotees, especially those suffering from "Sarpa Dosha," perform special rituals here to seek divine blessings.

2. The Miraculous Power of Sri Chamundeshwari Temple

Chamundi Hills in Mysuru is home to Sri Chamundeshwari Temple, dedicated to the fierce goddess Chamundi, an incarnation of Durga. According to legend, she slew the demon Mahishasura on this very hill, liberating the people from his terror. This is why Mysuru is named after Mahishasura.

3. The Ever-Growing Idol of Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple

This cave temple in Bengaluru is dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Gangadhareshwara. The temple is famous for its unique rock-cut architecture and an annual event where the sun's rays pass through a precise opening to illuminate the deity's idol. It is said that the Shivalinga inside keeps growing every year.

4. The Floating Pillar of Lepakshi Temple

Though technically in Andhra Pradesh, the Lepakshi Temple is of historical significance to Karnataka as well. The temple has a unique hanging pillar that defies gravity. Devotees believe that passing objects underneath the pillar brings good fortune.

5. The Udupi Krishna Temple’s Window Worship

Unlike most temples where devotees get a direct darshan of the deity, Udupi Sri Krishna Temple allows devotees to view Lord Krishna through a small, nine-holed window. It is believed that Kanaka Dasa, a great devotee, was denied entry into the temple but was blessed when Lord Krishna turned around to grant him darshan through a small hole in the temple wall.

Festivals Celebrated at Karnataka’s Temples

Karnataka’s temples celebrate vibrant festivals, drawing devotees from across the country. Some of the most significant temple festivals include:

1. Mysuru Dasara (Chamundeshwari Temple, Mysuru)

One of India’s grandest festivals, it commemorates the victory of Goddess Chamundi over Mahishasura.

The celebration includes a grand procession, cultural performances, and illumination of the Mysuru Palace.

2. Laksha Deepotsava (Dharmasthala Manjunatha Temple, Dakshina Kannada)

This festival, meaning "Festival of a Hundred Thousand Lamps," is celebrated annually at Dharmasthala.

Thousands of oil lamps are lit, creating a mesmerizing visual spectacle.

3. Subrahmanya Rathotsava (Kukke Subrahmanya Temple, Dakshina Kannada)

A grand chariot festival where Lord Subrahmanya is taken on a procession through the temple town.

Devotees undertake special vows and prayers for protection from serpent-related doshas.

4. Ratha Saptami (Udupi Sri Krishna Temple, Udupi)

Celebrated as the birthday of the Sun God, Surya, this festival involves special poojas at the Udupi Sri Krishna Temple.

The deity is taken out in a golden chariot, symbolizing the sun’s movement.

5. Mahashivaratri at Murudeshwar Temple

The Murudeshwar Temple, famous for its towering Shiva statue, celebrates Mahashivaratri with grand abhishekams and rituals.

Devotees stay awake through the night, chanting prayers to Lord Shiva.

Unique Architectural Styles of Karnataka’s Temples

Karnataka’s temples display a wide range of architectural influences, from the intricate carvings of the Hoysala period to the massive Dravidian gopurams. Here are some key architectural styles:

1. Hoysala Architecture (12th-14th Century)

Found in temples like Belur’s Chennakeshava Temple and Halebidu’s Hoysaleswara Temple.

Characterized by star-shaped structures, intricate carvings, and sculptures of deities, animals, and mythical creatures.

2. Vijayanagara Architecture (14th-16th Century)

Prominent in Hampi’s Virupaksha Temple and the Vittala Temple.

Notable for monolithic structures like the Stone Chariot, huge pillared halls, and extensive temple complexes.

3. Dravidian Style (Ancient-Present)

Common in South Indian temples like Murudeshwar and Chamundeshwari temples.

Features tall gopurams (entrance towers), large courtyards, and grand sculptures.

4. Cave Temples (Badami, Aihole, Pattadakal - 6th-8th Century)

These temples, built by the Chalukyas, include rock-cut caves and unique pillars.

The Badami Cave Temples feature carvings of Lord Vishnu, Shiva, and Jain Tirthankaras.

Pilgrimage Circuits in Karnataka

For devotees and spiritual seekers, Karnataka offers several pilgrimage routes that cover important temples:

1. Coastal Karnataka Temple Circuit

📍 Temples covered:

Udupi Sri Krishna Temple

Mookambika Temple, Kollur

Murudeshwar Temple

Kateel Durgaparameshwari Temple

2. Hoysala Temple Trail

📍 Temples covered:

Chennakeshava Temple, Belur

Hoysaleswara Temple, Halebidu

Lakshmi Devi Temple, Doddagaddavalli

3. Shiva Kshetras of Karnataka

📍 Temples covered:

Virupaksha Temple, Hampi

Gokarna Mahabaleshwar Temple

Koti Lingeshwara Temple, Kolar

Nanjangud Srikanteshwara Temple

4. Dwadasha Jyotirlinga Circuit (12 Jyotirlinga Temples in Karnataka)

📍 Temples covered:

Omkareshwara Temple, Madikeri

Vaidyanatheshwara Temple, Talakadu

Mallikarjuna Temple, Kuruvatti

Rameshwara Temple, Chikkamagaluru

Why Visit Karnataka’s Temples?

The temples of Karnataka embody the state's rich cultural and spiritual heritage. Whether one seeks divine blessings, architectural wonders, or historical insights, these temples offer an unparalleled experience. A visit to Karnataka’s temples is not just a pilgrimage but a journey through time, tradition, and devotion.

Visiting Karnataka’s temples is more than just a religious experience; it is a journey through history, art, and spirituality. Each temple has a unique story, architectural brilliance, and deep cultural significance. Whether you are drawn by devotion, history, or curiosity, Karnataka’s temples offer something for every traveler.

Plan Your Pilgrimage to Karnataka!

Best time to visit: October to March (pleasant weather, major festivals)

Ideal duration: 7-10 days for an extensive temple circuit

How to reach: Karnataka is well-connected by air (Bangalore, Mangalore, Mysore airports), rail, and road.

🕉 Whether you seek divine blessings, peace, or architectural inspiration, these temples offer an experience like no other.

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