Devarayana Durga
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maaz_nawaz
Bengaluru, India242 contributions
Feb 2015 • Family
Devarayanadurga is a beautiful hill station near Tumkur. The rocky hills are surrounded by forest and the hilltops are dotted with several temples including the Yoganarasimha and the Bhoganarasimha temples and an altitude of 3940 feet. This place is famous for trekking, wonderful climate and scenery. Overall the rocky hills of Devarayanadurga, encircled by green dense forests, make a visit to this hill station very pleasant indeed. If you love trekking and like to enjoy every moment of it, you are at the right place.
Written February 5, 2015
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Prabhu Ganesan
Bengaluru, India669 contributions
Dec 2014 • Family
About 70 KMS from Yeswantpur on Tumkur road, Devarayan durga is a charming hillock attraction. It has 2 temples between the base and summit of the hill. Pros & Cons of this attraction:
Pros
- Nice old temple with nice architecture
- well maintained roads while going from Yeswantpur - Kyatsandra- Deverayan Durga
- Good picnic option in nearby deer park
- Bottled water, chips, bajji/bonda and dry Bhel available at temple entrance from street vendors
- Well maintained and very clean, the temple and the route to temple. Almost looks like a plastic free zone. Hopefully all of us maintain it the same way.
- Kids (3-6 Yrs) loved running around the open spaces.
Cons
- No restaurants nearby, either pack food or eat after temple darshan on tumkur road
- The top summit temple ( Yoga Narashima) is a climb of about 100 step steps, old folks may have an issue climbing
- Loads of monkeys in temple, hence do not carry any eatable or they will grab it.
Best option would be to leave by 9:30 AM, Finish temple darshan by 12:30 -1Pm, have packed lunch at deer park and get back home by 4-5 PM.
Pros
- Nice old temple with nice architecture
- well maintained roads while going from Yeswantpur - Kyatsandra- Deverayan Durga
- Good picnic option in nearby deer park
- Bottled water, chips, bajji/bonda and dry Bhel available at temple entrance from street vendors
- Well maintained and very clean, the temple and the route to temple. Almost looks like a plastic free zone. Hopefully all of us maintain it the same way.
- Kids (3-6 Yrs) loved running around the open spaces.
Cons
- No restaurants nearby, either pack food or eat after temple darshan on tumkur road
- The top summit temple ( Yoga Narashima) is a climb of about 100 step steps, old folks may have an issue climbing
- Loads of monkeys in temple, hence do not carry any eatable or they will grab it.
Best option would be to leave by 9:30 AM, Finish temple darshan by 12:30 -1Pm, have packed lunch at deer park and get back home by 4-5 PM.
Written December 27, 2014
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ASPYTripOfLife
Bengaluru, India5 contributions
Aug 2015 • Family
TRIP TO DEVRAYANA DURGA (TUMKUR) FROM BANGALORE :
Independence Day trip
Train from Majestic to tumkur :
Passenger train : Board the train at from Majestic Railway station, Bangalore and get down in tumkur.
Train timings – 6:30
Approx travel time : 1.5 hrs (mostly crowded)
Train Fare : Rs. 20
One can get buses from majestic to tumkur (frequent) , and there are buses available which goes to devrayanadurga directly via dobbespet and udigere.
Tumkur to Devrayanadurga :
After just a km walk from Tumkur Railway Station , there is a tumkur bus station from where there are buses available to devrayanadurga in every half an hour to 40 min.
Fare : Rs. 25
Approx travel time : 40 min
( The roads from tumkur to devrayanadurga are narrow with beautiful hilly scenes on both the sides )
Ø Once you reach devrayana durga , there are small shops where water, chips, tea, jhalmuri, and light breakfast etc will be available.
Ø One plate of 2 idli and 2 bonda will be for Rs. 20 only and the other drinks are also on MRP.
There are two temples there : Bhoganarasimha temple, which is exactly at the start of the way to the top where the Yoganarasimha temple is. After you been to Bhoganarasimha temple , you reach on the top by auto.
Ø Autos are available from there to go another 4 kms to the top and rest stairs you have to go. (Auto fare – Rs. 20 per person)
( one can go by walk also but then it is 4 kms walk and on a sunny day it is not very much favorable , there are ways from one road to another through steps directly which may save your time but there is no shed in between )
There are hardly 150 stairs to go and then you reach the temple called Yoganarasimha temple , and there also, nearby u will find small small stalls for fruits, water etc.
Temple Timings: 9:00 – 5:00
The Yoganarasimha temple is also not on the peak of that hills.
And then there is the top from where if u see to the temple side , u will find that the top of the rock beneath which the temple is of the shape of elephant, hence the rock is known as karigiri also.
For the peak there is a good trek of about 45 min from there. Both the sides either u will find stones, small rocks or bushes.
You can easily come down to the place from where the stairs started, and get an auto to the down stop of Bhoganarasimha temple.
From here,
1) One can again get the bus to tumkur and then come to Bangalore by passenger train which runs at 5pm
2) One can get the bus from tumkur bus stop to banaglore which runs in every 1 hour
3) One can go to udigere by auto ( Rs. 30 per person ) and then in every half an hour you will get both private and ksrtc bus which will come via dabbaspet and saves time.
Fare :Rs. 64 by ksrtc
Approx travel time :2 hrs
Departure Point: Majestic Bus stop
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TripOfLife
Independence Day trip
Train from Majestic to tumkur :
Passenger train : Board the train at from Majestic Railway station, Bangalore and get down in tumkur.
Train timings – 6:30
Approx travel time : 1.5 hrs (mostly crowded)
Train Fare : Rs. 20
One can get buses from majestic to tumkur (frequent) , and there are buses available which goes to devrayanadurga directly via dobbespet and udigere.
Tumkur to Devrayanadurga :
After just a km walk from Tumkur Railway Station , there is a tumkur bus station from where there are buses available to devrayanadurga in every half an hour to 40 min.
Fare : Rs. 25
Approx travel time : 40 min
( The roads from tumkur to devrayanadurga are narrow with beautiful hilly scenes on both the sides )
Ø Once you reach devrayana durga , there are small shops where water, chips, tea, jhalmuri, and light breakfast etc will be available.
Ø One plate of 2 idli and 2 bonda will be for Rs. 20 only and the other drinks are also on MRP.
There are two temples there : Bhoganarasimha temple, which is exactly at the start of the way to the top where the Yoganarasimha temple is. After you been to Bhoganarasimha temple , you reach on the top by auto.
Ø Autos are available from there to go another 4 kms to the top and rest stairs you have to go. (Auto fare – Rs. 20 per person)
( one can go by walk also but then it is 4 kms walk and on a sunny day it is not very much favorable , there are ways from one road to another through steps directly which may save your time but there is no shed in between )
There are hardly 150 stairs to go and then you reach the temple called Yoganarasimha temple , and there also, nearby u will find small small stalls for fruits, water etc.
Temple Timings: 9:00 – 5:00
The Yoganarasimha temple is also not on the peak of that hills.
And then there is the top from where if u see to the temple side , u will find that the top of the rock beneath which the temple is of the shape of elephant, hence the rock is known as karigiri also.
For the peak there is a good trek of about 45 min from there. Both the sides either u will find stones, small rocks or bushes.
You can easily come down to the place from where the stairs started, and get an auto to the down stop of Bhoganarasimha temple.
From here,
1) One can again get the bus to tumkur and then come to Bangalore by passenger train which runs at 5pm
2) One can get the bus from tumkur bus stop to banaglore which runs in every 1 hour
3) One can go to udigere by auto ( Rs. 30 per person ) and then in every half an hour you will get both private and ksrtc bus which will come via dabbaspet and saves time.
Fare :Rs. 64 by ksrtc
Approx travel time :2 hrs
Departure Point: Majestic Bus stop
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TripOfLife
Written August 18, 2015
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prasadbhat1981
Bangalore28 contributions
Feb 2015 • Couples
A quick outing spot, 2 hrs from Bangalore city center. We decided to go here after getting out of NICE road.
Nothing great except for a scenic hill top view and a temple. You would like it if you enjoy a stroll in a park.
Roads are good via Tumkur highway, absolutely no food or restaurants available (not even in Tumkur).
Avoid this place if you have something else planned around Bangalore.
Nothing great except for a scenic hill top view and a temple. You would like it if you enjoy a stroll in a park.
Roads are good via Tumkur highway, absolutely no food or restaurants available (not even in Tumkur).
Avoid this place if you have something else planned around Bangalore.
Written February 2, 2015
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loki_knows
Bengaluru, India4,866 contributions
Jul 2011
Two Temples are situated on a hill about 16 kms from Tumkur and about 75 kms from Bangalore. One of the temples is located in the lower part of the hill (Bhoga Narasimha); and the other on top of the hill (Yoga Narasimha) with attached Lakshmi temples. The Bhoga Narasimha temple can be reached by car//bus/any mode of transport. To reach the Yoga Narasimha temple, climb the stairs or proceed by vehicle half way up and then proceed `to climb 250 paved steps.There are small tanks next to each temple and water is drawn from the tanks for the abhisheka of God Narasimha. The durga has some fort walls and remnants of the kings abode can also be seen. One can climb till the top where there is a small Nandi. The peak of the hill is the Kumbi to which the able and strong ones can climb.
The atmosphere is very calm and one can spend time peacefully and enjoy the nature as the drive itself is through the forest.
There is anna santarpane(feeding ) for the temple devotees free of cost and one can give donation against a receipt. This will also help the temple authorities to run this programme efficiently,
There is adequate drinking water and toilet facility.
The atmosphere is very calm and one can spend time peacefully and enjoy the nature as the drive itself is through the forest.
There is anna santarpane(feeding ) for the temple devotees free of cost and one can give donation against a receipt. This will also help the temple authorities to run this programme efficiently,
There is adequate drinking water and toilet facility.
Written July 28, 2011
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Vijayalakshmi Chandrasekar
Bengaluru, India217 contributions
Sep 2021
One of the best one-day outing spots. This is near the Tumkur district.
Main attractions to visit - Bhoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, View Points, Namada Chilume (Deer Park and Historical Place related to Lord Rama), Forest Road, etc…
You will see an arch that you have to enter through to reach DD Hills. As you enter the arch, at a little distance, you will see the DD Hills lake on your left. The spot is very beautiful and you can spend some time there.
After this, continue on the road till you reach Bhoga Narasimha Swamy Temple which is located at the base of the hill. You need to take the left to reach Bhoga Narasimha Swamy Temple and the right to go to Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple. Park your car near the Bhoga Narasimha Swamy Temple and have the darshan. The gopura looks very beautiful with all the dasavathars carved on the bottom. You will not miss noticing this. After darshan, visit the monolithic rock view of DD hills which is 500 meters from this temple. The view is beautiful and amazing. You can take pictures along with your vehicle itself.
From here, either take steps to reach the top of the hill - Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple or proceed in your vehicle to a spot where you have to park the car and then take the 100+ steps to reach the Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple. There are pushcarts selling chat items, cucumbers, fruits, etc., near the car parking space. The steps are moderate climbs and there are places in-between to sit, relax and continue to climb. You will find greenery everywhere with a cool breeze which will make your climb very pleasant. However, beware of the monkeys. The temple has a beautiful step pond and there are plenty of viewpoints here and there that overlook the winding roads and nearby villages.
Once done, start to proceed to view Namada Chilume (Deer Park and Historical Place related to Lord Rama). There are two routes to visit this. One is as soon you enter the arch there is an indication to take a road to reach. This was closed when we visited. So we came back down till the arch and from there use your maps to reach Namada Chilume. You will travel through beautiful forest roads before you reach there. There is a beautiful deer park followed by a natural spring in the middle of the rocks where the water comes out continuously. It is believed that this place is associated with Ramayana.
Main attractions to visit - Bhoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, View Points, Namada Chilume (Deer Park and Historical Place related to Lord Rama), Forest Road, etc…
You will see an arch that you have to enter through to reach DD Hills. As you enter the arch, at a little distance, you will see the DD Hills lake on your left. The spot is very beautiful and you can spend some time there.
After this, continue on the road till you reach Bhoga Narasimha Swamy Temple which is located at the base of the hill. You need to take the left to reach Bhoga Narasimha Swamy Temple and the right to go to Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple. Park your car near the Bhoga Narasimha Swamy Temple and have the darshan. The gopura looks very beautiful with all the dasavathars carved on the bottom. You will not miss noticing this. After darshan, visit the monolithic rock view of DD hills which is 500 meters from this temple. The view is beautiful and amazing. You can take pictures along with your vehicle itself.
From here, either take steps to reach the top of the hill - Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple or proceed in your vehicle to a spot where you have to park the car and then take the 100+ steps to reach the Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple. There are pushcarts selling chat items, cucumbers, fruits, etc., near the car parking space. The steps are moderate climbs and there are places in-between to sit, relax and continue to climb. You will find greenery everywhere with a cool breeze which will make your climb very pleasant. However, beware of the monkeys. The temple has a beautiful step pond and there are plenty of viewpoints here and there that overlook the winding roads and nearby villages.
Once done, start to proceed to view Namada Chilume (Deer Park and Historical Place related to Lord Rama). There are two routes to visit this. One is as soon you enter the arch there is an indication to take a road to reach. This was closed when we visited. So we came back down till the arch and from there use your maps to reach Namada Chilume. You will travel through beautiful forest roads before you reach there. There is a beautiful deer park followed by a natural spring in the middle of the rocks where the water comes out continuously. It is believed that this place is associated with Ramayana.
Written August 7, 2022
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aqua15Bangalore
Bangalore203 contributions
Jan 2015 • Family
It is an average place to visit except to see couple of temples around. However view of the entire town is breath taking.
Can include nearby deer park and medicinal park along with this trip.
NOTE: Not suggested for elders, as you need to take around 200 steps to see a temple. Also, basic facilities like washroom, restaurants not present. Need to carry them though.
Can include nearby deer park and medicinal park along with this trip.
NOTE: Not suggested for elders, as you need to take around 200 steps to see a temple. Also, basic facilities like washroom, restaurants not present. Need to carry them though.
Written January 27, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Profvns
Bengaluru, India545 contributions
Apr 2014 • Family
Devarayanadurga is a hill station near Tumkur in the state of Karnataka in India. There are temples of Lord Narasimha one at the foot of the hill and the other on the top of the Devarayanadurga at an altitude of 3940 feet. These are rocky hills surrounded by forest. The natural spring called ‘Namada Chilume’ is a sacred water spring which is said to be the origin of Jayamangali River. Devarayanadurga hill is a picnic spot. You can have a splendid view of the places around and have a wonderful experience to stand there with the wind blowing as if testing your strength to withstand its force. You will see the nature’s bounty in full swing here.
The Karnataka forest department has developed a nursery of medicinal plants which are more than 300 varieties of rare Ayurvedic plants. Each particular species of plants are cultivated on separate specified plots for easy identification of the plant varieties. It looks like a mini forest of medicinal plants.
This place was called by several names but after its capture by the Mysore king Chikka Devaraja Wodeyar it came to be called as ‘Devarayanadurga’ (fort of king Devaraya). The king of Mysore Kanteerava Narasaraja I has constructed the temple of Lord Sri Lakshmi Narasimhaswamy in Dravidian style of architecture. The temple is facing the East. It is recorded on the pillars that the enclosure and tower were renovated in 1858 by the king Krishnaraja Wodeyar III.
The Lord Bhoga Narasimhaswami temple is located at the foot of the hill whereas that of Lord Sri Yoga Narasimha swami temple is at the pinnacle of the hill. There is another Lord Narasimha temple by name ‘Kumbi’ at the third elevation which is also facing east. In this temple there are Garbhagriha, Navagrahas and mukhamantapa. It is similar to the temple at the foot of the hill . There are three sacred water tanks (Kalyani) by name Narasimha thirtha, Parasara thirtha and Pada thirtha. The Lord Hanuman (Sanjeevaraya) temple here is said to be an ancient one where He is standing with folded hands. Lord Garuda is a must in all Vishnu related temples so also He stands here obediently to Lord Narasimha.
If you have visited Thiruvannamalai in Tamil Nadu and had gone through the pradakshina of the Lord Arunachala hill on full moon day and experienced the divine thrill, you will have one more thrill here by going round the hill which ritual is called ‘Giri-Pradakshina’ or ‘Parikramana’. Even otherwise it is custom for every devotee who visits a temple to go round about the temple or the garbagudi, as the case may be, as a part of offering prayer to the god therein. So also here in Devarayanadurga the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has made an effort to revive the practice for the benefit of large number of Devotees to perform the Giri-pradakshina (Parikramana).
The annual Car festival is held during Phalguna Masa shuddha poornima day which may occur during March or April. The Ratha (chariot or car) of Sri Bhoga Narasimhaswamy is dragged, by devotees holding the long ropes tied to the Ratha, around the main streets in the town. The devotees from all over Karnataka but particularly from local Tumkur and neighbouring Bangalore gather and take part in the function with devotion to Lord Narasimha.
Among several functions Lord Narasimha Jayanthi is one of the important events which may normally take place on Chaithra Shudha chathurdashi (during May month) on which day thousands of devotees visit the shrine seeking the grace of god.
Devarayanadurga is at a distance of about 65 km from Bangalore by road via Tumkur. There are two railway stations one at Tumkur (11km) and the other Dabbaspet (25km). The nearest Airport is at Bangalore. The Government and private buses operate between Tumkur and Devarayanadurga. Tumkur is well connected to Bangalore via Train and bus services
There is government guest house. KSTDC maintains a hotel in Devarayanadurga by name Hotel Mayura Meghadoota. On the eastern hill traveler’s bungalow and other guest houses are located.
There is a very famous temple of goddess Mahalakshmi at Goravanahalli near this place. You may visit that temple also at a stretch to get the grace of goddess Mahalakshmi, which everybody on earth needs.
The Karnataka forest department has developed a nursery of medicinal plants which are more than 300 varieties of rare Ayurvedic plants. Each particular species of plants are cultivated on separate specified plots for easy identification of the plant varieties. It looks like a mini forest of medicinal plants.
This place was called by several names but after its capture by the Mysore king Chikka Devaraja Wodeyar it came to be called as ‘Devarayanadurga’ (fort of king Devaraya). The king of Mysore Kanteerava Narasaraja I has constructed the temple of Lord Sri Lakshmi Narasimhaswamy in Dravidian style of architecture. The temple is facing the East. It is recorded on the pillars that the enclosure and tower were renovated in 1858 by the king Krishnaraja Wodeyar III.
The Lord Bhoga Narasimhaswami temple is located at the foot of the hill whereas that of Lord Sri Yoga Narasimha swami temple is at the pinnacle of the hill. There is another Lord Narasimha temple by name ‘Kumbi’ at the third elevation which is also facing east. In this temple there are Garbhagriha, Navagrahas and mukhamantapa. It is similar to the temple at the foot of the hill . There are three sacred water tanks (Kalyani) by name Narasimha thirtha, Parasara thirtha and Pada thirtha. The Lord Hanuman (Sanjeevaraya) temple here is said to be an ancient one where He is standing with folded hands. Lord Garuda is a must in all Vishnu related temples so also He stands here obediently to Lord Narasimha.
If you have visited Thiruvannamalai in Tamil Nadu and had gone through the pradakshina of the Lord Arunachala hill on full moon day and experienced the divine thrill, you will have one more thrill here by going round the hill which ritual is called ‘Giri-Pradakshina’ or ‘Parikramana’. Even otherwise it is custom for every devotee who visits a temple to go round about the temple or the garbagudi, as the case may be, as a part of offering prayer to the god therein. So also here in Devarayanadurga the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) has made an effort to revive the practice for the benefit of large number of Devotees to perform the Giri-pradakshina (Parikramana).
The annual Car festival is held during Phalguna Masa shuddha poornima day which may occur during March or April. The Ratha (chariot or car) of Sri Bhoga Narasimhaswamy is dragged, by devotees holding the long ropes tied to the Ratha, around the main streets in the town. The devotees from all over Karnataka but particularly from local Tumkur and neighbouring Bangalore gather and take part in the function with devotion to Lord Narasimha.
Among several functions Lord Narasimha Jayanthi is one of the important events which may normally take place on Chaithra Shudha chathurdashi (during May month) on which day thousands of devotees visit the shrine seeking the grace of god.
Devarayanadurga is at a distance of about 65 km from Bangalore by road via Tumkur. There are two railway stations one at Tumkur (11km) and the other Dabbaspet (25km). The nearest Airport is at Bangalore. The Government and private buses operate between Tumkur and Devarayanadurga. Tumkur is well connected to Bangalore via Train and bus services
There is government guest house. KSTDC maintains a hotel in Devarayanadurga by name Hotel Mayura Meghadoota. On the eastern hill traveler’s bungalow and other guest houses are located.
There is a very famous temple of goddess Mahalakshmi at Goravanahalli near this place. You may visit that temple also at a stretch to get the grace of goddess Mahalakshmi, which everybody on earth needs.
Written June 20, 2014
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Sahsha007
Bengaluru, India43 contributions
Jun 2013 • Family
The temple on hill top is asthetic.The drive to the top is a beauty.En route to the top u will find a place called namadhaare which is worth a stop.A pleasantable,lovely experience.
Written May 14, 2014
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Sujay K
Bengaluru, India777 contributions
Dec 2014 • Family
Many people who visit here are not aware that they can witness awesome sunset from "Yoga Narsimha Temple" premises located at the peak of the hill. As the sun begins to set behind the far hill, the shadow of hill dramatically moves over the village situate at a cliff below the peak of Devrayana Durga. It is only visible from the view point located at the premises of Yoga Narasimha Temple.
Apart from the sunset it offers lush greenery serine which makes you feel like you have come to a hill station. Google Maps can definitely help you to get into this place. On the way to devrayana durga you can also make a small stop near "namada chilume" where you can find a small deer park.
Thereafter you will find a view point which opens up a great view of a valley located between two hills. Monkeys in this view point are bit violent and should take care while opening doors of car.
From the view point next stop will be a will be a village where a temple of "Bhoga Narasimha" is situated. If you are not a spiritual kind of personality I would recommend to skip this temple and head for uphill towards "yoga narasimha temple".
After reaching the top hill parking lot, you need to climb approximately 100 odd steps to reach Yoga Narasimha temple. The premises of temple is neat and tidy. Even if you are non-spiritual person, you will love the environment. There is a small pond next to temple which serves as good photography spot.
While declining from the temple towards parking lot you can find lots of monkeys. But here, they are not as violent as the monkeys near that Valley View Point. Just wait for the sunset at the view point near the exit of temple.
NOTE: Main temple premises closes by 5.30PM. So, make sure you make before that. Later while descending you can view sunset.
BEWARE: As per many locals its not safe to ride two wheeler post 7PM in the road joining Devrayana Durga to Tumkur/National Highway. Numerous robbery and assault cases has been reported in this stretch. Take extra caution and do not stop your vehicle at any cost.
Apart from the sunset it offers lush greenery serine which makes you feel like you have come to a hill station. Google Maps can definitely help you to get into this place. On the way to devrayana durga you can also make a small stop near "namada chilume" where you can find a small deer park.
Thereafter you will find a view point which opens up a great view of a valley located between two hills. Monkeys in this view point are bit violent and should take care while opening doors of car.
From the view point next stop will be a will be a village where a temple of "Bhoga Narasimha" is situated. If you are not a spiritual kind of personality I would recommend to skip this temple and head for uphill towards "yoga narasimha temple".
After reaching the top hill parking lot, you need to climb approximately 100 odd steps to reach Yoga Narasimha temple. The premises of temple is neat and tidy. Even if you are non-spiritual person, you will love the environment. There is a small pond next to temple which serves as good photography spot.
While declining from the temple towards parking lot you can find lots of monkeys. But here, they are not as violent as the monkeys near that Valley View Point. Just wait for the sunset at the view point near the exit of temple.
NOTE: Main temple premises closes by 5.30PM. So, make sure you make before that. Later while descending you can view sunset.
BEWARE: As per many locals its not safe to ride two wheeler post 7PM in the road joining Devrayana Durga to Tumkur/National Highway. Numerous robbery and assault cases has been reported in this stretch. Take extra caution and do not stop your vehicle at any cost.
Written February 27, 2015
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What will be good time to be there to see the mist?
Written August 15, 2020
The safest place to put up a tent may be near the temple (there is a kind of a Parking/Lot about 100 m x 70 m size. For the more adventurous Naamada Chilume ( which is under the Forest Department) may be a good place. But it would be better to take a permission letter from the Forest Department, Tumkur
Written November 22, 2019
No code as such. But better to stick to formal dress, avoiding lungi/Western outfits.
Written July 16, 2019
How many steps are there to climb n reach top of hill view
Written December 5, 2018
There are around 80 to 100 steps to go to the tample.
and one more think **Beware of Monkeys** Thanks.
Written December 6, 2018
Is there a road route to the top of the hill or we are required to go only through the steps.
Written November 1, 2018
There is a good motorable road until certain point up the hill. Then, one will need to climb up about 100 steps or so which is steep.
Written November 1, 2018
You have regular Public transport busses to the place. Also many private Taxis are available.
Written September 3, 2018
rajeshm581
Bengaluru, India
Can I take my dog for the trek. Are there any objections to dogs.
Written September 12, 2017
Hiking to the Hilltop with Dog should be no problem.To the Temple maybe a problem to take the Pet !
Written September 13, 2017
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