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Lord Shiva is a favourite god for many Hindus. It is believed that he is also a generous god. It is a custom to visit Shiva temples on the eve of Shivarathri. Here are some of the prominent Shiva temples for a religious tour in Bangalore.
There are several temples of Lord Mahadeva in Bangalore. Some belong to the olden era and some are the modern day temples. You should check out this list of temples for your temple tour for Shivarathri 2023.
Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple, Kempfort Shiva Temple and Kadu Malleshwara Temple are some of the well-known religious as well as tourist places in Bangalore.
Let us take a pictorial trip around these holy sites!
1. Halasuru Someshwara Temple
A visit to Halasuru Someshwara Temple in Ulsoor will take you back in time. It belonges to the Chola Period and is the oldest temple in Bangalore. Some other modifications around the temple indicate the influence of Vijayanagara architectural style made in the later years. Map Location.
Photo Courtesy: Dineshkannambadi
2. Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple
Gavi Gangadhareshwara is an ancient cave temple in Gavipuram.The temple is known for another interesting phenomenon. In the evening of Makar Sankranthi festival, the sunlight passes through the horns of nandi statue and directly falls on the lingam. This spectacle happens every year on the day of the festival. Map Location.
Photo Courtesy: Pavithrah
3. Kempfort Shiva Temple
Kempfort Shiva Temple, also calledShivoham Shiva Temple is one of the landmarks of Bangalore. It is known for the 65ft Shiva Statue. The temple also has a big Ganesha idol and models of other forms of Shiva. It is one of the must visit temples located in Old Airport Road, Bengaluru. Map Location.
Photo Courtesy: Rameshng
4. Dwadasha Jyotirlinga Temple
Sri Dwadasha Jyotirlinga Temple consists of 12 small Shiva temples. It represents other Jyotirlinga Temples across India. Dwadasha Jyotirlinga Temple is situated at Omkar Hills inSrinivasapura. Map Location.
Photo Courtesy: Sagar Sakre
5. Kadu Malleshwara Temple
Photo Credit: Muthuraj S
The locality of Malleshwaram got its name from the Kadu Malleshwara Temple. It is a 17th century temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Nandishwara Theertha is another major attraction of this temple. Here the water continuously flows from the mouth of Nandi statue and falls on the Linga. It is also believed that this water is the source of Vrishabhavathi River. Map Location.
6. Begur Nageshwara Temple
Nageshwara Temple was built during the rule of Ganga Dynasty. Kannada inscriptions dating back to 890 AD have mentioned about the city called Bengaluru. Such is the historical evidence found in this age old temple. Later additions have been made to the temple during the rule of Chola Dynasty. Map Location.
Photo Courtesy: Dineshkannambadi
7. Kote Jalakanteshwara Temple
Kote Jalankanteshwara is another temple in Bangalore which belongs to Chola Dynasty. It is situated near Kalasipalya Bus Stand. The temple has 3 sanctums of Jalakanteshwara, Parvathi and Kailasananthar. Map Location.
Photo Courtesy: Siddhartha Sahu
8. Dharmagiri Manjunatha Swamy Temple
Located in Banashankari II Phase, Dharmagiri Manjunatha Swamy Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and his consort- Goddess Parvati. Famous for fulfilling the wishes of Shiva Dham devotees, this temple has been gaining popularity due to its appearance in Kannada serials. Although the devotees visit this temple regularly and take part in regular bhajans and Veda chanting, there is a special event here at the festival of Shivratri. The festival is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm on a large scale. Map Location.
Here goes some more temples where you can visit. Also we are presenting some temples which are around 50 to 60 km away from the centre of the city, but it's worth to go there.
9. Cave Temple, Hulimavu
The Hulimave cave temple, alternatively known as the Hulimavu Shiva Cave Temple or simply the Cave Temple, can be found in Hulimavu, Bannerghatta Road, Karnataka, in close proximity to the BGS National Public School. Inside the temple, three principal deities are enshrined. Positioned centrally is a Shiva Lingam, flanked by an idol of Devi on one side and an idol of Ganesha on the other. Additionally, within the cave lies a venerable dhyana mantap. This cave is recognized as a 2000-year-old structure, carved entirely from a single rock. Map Location.
10. Champakadhaama temple, Bannerghatta
The exquisite Champakadama Swamy Temple is located just before the entrance of the Bannerghatta National Park, on the outskirts of Bangalore. Merely 30 kilometers from the city, accessing the temple is straightforward. Upon reaching the Bannerghatta Circle, where one has the option to head towards Anekal or continue towards Bannerghatta, take the road leading to the national park. Just prior to reaching the park entrance, veer onto the winding tarred road to the right, which will guide you to the Champakadama Swamy Temple. Ascend a series of steps carved into boulders to reach the temple premises. With a rich history dating back to the 12th century, inscriptions discovered here indicate its construction in 1257 AD. Map Location.
11. Sri Dakshinamukha Nandi Tirtha Kalyaani Kshetra
The Sri Dakshinamukha Nandi Tirtha Kalyani Kshetra is a compact temple positioned in close proximity to the Gangamma temple and diagonally across from the Kadu Malleshwara temple on 2nd Temple Street, within the Malleswaram layout situated in the north-western part of Bangalore city, Karnataka, India. Map Location.
12. Shri Kashi Vishwanatha Swamy Temple, Electronic City
The Shri Kashi Vishwanatha Swamy Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Electronic City, Bangalore. It is named after the original Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi, considered one of the holiest shrines in Hinduism. Map Location.
13. Sri Kanneshwara Devasthana, Basavangudi
Sri Kanneshwara Devasthana is a prominent Hindu temple located in the Basavanagudi area of Bangalore, India. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is worshipped in the form of Kanneshwara, a name derived from the word "Kannu" meaning "eye" and "Eshwara" referring to Lord Shiva. Basavanagudi itself is a well-known locality in South Bangalore, known for its cultural heritage and traditional way of life. The Sri Kanneshwara Devasthana attracts devotees and visitors from all over the city and beyond, particularly during festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva such as Maha Shivaratri. Map Location.
14. Shri Gangadareshwara temple, Vinayaganagar, Whitefield
The Shri Gangadhareshwara Temple is a notable Hindu temple situated in the Whitefield area of Bangalore, India. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is worshipped in the form of Gangadhareshwara. The temple is renowned for its unique architectural features and its association with the natural phenomenon of sunlight passing through the horns of a Nandi (the bull, which is Lord Shiva's mount) and directly falling on the Shivalinga in the sanctum sanctorum during a specific time of the year. Map Location.
15. Bhoganandiswara Temple
The Bhoganandiswara Temple and Arunachaleswara Temple form a pair of Hindu temple complexes situated in Nandi village within the Chikkaballapur district of Karnataka, India. These temples, adorned with intricate carvings and dedicated to Lord Shiva, have been estimated to originate from the 9th to 10th century CE. Among the two, Bhoganandiswara stands as the older, positioned to the north, showcasing the enduring Nolambavadi style of Dravidian architecture, making it the earliest surviving example of its kind in Karnataka. Subsequently, the Arunachaleswara temple was constructed to the south in close succession. Map Location.
16. Shivagange Hills Shiva Temple
Shivagange Hills, often referred to as Dakshina Kashi or the Kashi of the South, holds profound spiritual significance and boasts a plethora of temples, each contributing to its sacred ambiance. Among these temples are the revered Gangadhareshwara temple, the esteemed Sri Honnammadevi Temple, the tranquil Olakal Teertha, the iconic Nandi Statue, and the revered Patalagang Sharadambe temple. Additionally, the hills are adorned with numerous theerthas, including the sanctified Agasthya theertha, the holy Kanva theertha, the serene Kapila theertha, and the mystical Pathala Gange. Beyond its religious allure, Shivagange Hills offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the serenity and spirituality of this sacred locale. Map Location.
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