Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple – Guide

The Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is located in Bengaluru. This temple is known for a wonderful event that happens only once in a year on the occasion of Makar Sankranti which is the mysterious miracle. On the occasion of Makar Sankranti here sees such a wonderful scene every year.

History of this Temple

The Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple is the temple where Gautam Rishi did penance for several years to impress lord Shiva. It is believed that the Shivling in the cave of this temple is self-made, no one has made it, this Shivling has appeared on its own by taking shape in the mountains. The modern history of this temple dates back to the 9^th and 16^th centuries. The cave itself has a Swayambhu Shivalinga, where Kempe Gowda built the temple in the 9^th century, while in the 16^th century, the temple was renovated by Kempe Gowda I, who was the founder of Bengaluru, and made it grand temple.

Best time to visit Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple

On the special day of makar Sankranti the God Sun himself showers the Shivling with his rays. The Sun descends on the day of Makarskranti. Due to which the Shivling located in the cave where the sun rays do not reach throughout the year, on this special day only for 5 to 8 minutes the sun rays reach the sanctum sanctorum and showers the Shivling with its golden redness.

The main festival celebrated in this temple is Makar Sankranti in the month of January every year.

Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple Timings

Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple opens from 6:00 AM to 12:30 Noon in the morning and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the evening. Morning aarti is performed at 8:00 AM in the morning and evening aarti is performed at 7:00 PM in the evening.

Places to visit near this temple

Bull Temple

This temple is located at a distance of about 10 km away from the Gangadhareshwar Mandir. This temple is dedicated to lord Shiva.

Chikka Tirupati Temple

This temple is dedicated to lord Hanuman. This temple is located at a distance of 2.2 km away from the Gangadhareshwar mandir.

Culture Rings

This is the famous place to visit near this Temple in the city. This place is located at a distance of about 7.5 km away from the temple.

Sri Govardhana Kshetra

This is the temple of lord Krishna. This place is located at a distance of about 6 km away from the temple.

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

This is the famous botanical garden of Bangalore City. This place is located at a distance of about 3 km away from the temple.

ISKCON Temple

This temple is dedicated to lord Krishna. This temple is located at a distance of 4.7 km away from the Gangadhareshwar Mandir.

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How to reach Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple

By Air- The nearest airport from Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple is Bangalore international airport which is at a distance of 38 km away from the temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple is Bangalore railway station which is at a distance of 5km away from the temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- The nearest bus stop is located at a distance of 13 km away from the temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

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