The peaceful Bandeshwara Swamy temple at Bande Mutt , Kengeri

Located approximately 20 kilometers from the bustling city center of Bengaluru, the Bandeshwara Swamy Temple at Bande Mutt in Kengeri is a serene and spiritually enriching destination. This temple, adjacent to the historic Bande Mutt, offers a peaceful retreat for devotees and visitors alike.

The Bandeshwara Swamy Temple is renowned for its majestic gopuram (tower), which stands tall and grand, welcoming devotees with its intricate carvings and architectural beauty. The spacious temple complex exudes a peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal place for meditation and spiritual reflection.

One of the unique features of this temple is the presence of the EkaBilwa Patra tree. This sacred tree holds significant religious importance and is a rare sight in temple complexes. Devotees often offer bilva leaves from this tree to Lord Shiva, believing it brings blessings and fulfillment of wishes.

The temple complex also houses a beautiful kalyani pond, which adds to the serene ambiance of the place. At the center of this pond stands a mammoth statue of Lord Shiva, which is a sight to behold. The reflection of the statue in the calm waters of the pond creates a mesmerizing and tranquil scene.

For the convenience of visitors, the temple provides ample parking space. Additionally, there is a Bhavan within the temple premises where various functions and events can be conducted. This makes the temple not only a place of worship but also a community hub for gatherings and celebrations.

The Bandeshwara Swamy Temple is open to devotees in the morning from 6 AM to 12:30 PM and again in the evening from 5 PM to 8 PM. These timings allow ample opportunity for visitors to plan their visit and partake in the temple's serene environment.

The Bandeshwara Swamy Temple at Bande Mutt, Kengeri, is a mustvisit for those seeking spiritual solace and a break from the city's hustle and bustle. With its majestic gopuram, unique EkaBilwa Patra tree, serene kalyani pond, and ample facilities, the temple offers a holistic spiritual experience. Whether you are a devotee or a visitor, the peaceful vibes and spiritual ambiance of this temple are sure to leave a lasting impression. Do visit this spot and share your experience.

Sri Prasanna Anjaneya Swamy temple , Marenahalli , Magadi Road

In this post we share our visit experience to Sri Prasanna Anjaneya Swamy temple , Marenahalli , Magadi Road. 

Highlights of this Spot

• Cholas style construction temple with a Dwaja sthambha
• Main sanctums having idols of Anjaneya , Rama , Sita , Lakshmana , Ganesha
• At a serene location nearly opposite to Thippagondanalli reservoir
• Very calm spacious temple
  

 

We visited this temple on the way to Thippagondanahalli Reservoir . Temple is located at a very calm place at a suitable height above the Thippagondanahalli reservoir with a majestic cholas style construction Gopuram . On entering temple, in the mantap sanctum idols of Anjaneya (Hanuman) , Ganesha , Rama , Sita , Lakshmana were noticed . It was Sunday noon when we visited and crowd was very less. The 4 to 5 feet Hanuman Idol worshiped seemed to be formed on a rock. The cool breeze from the reservoir kept the temple premises very cool . A very good spot for meditation. Every year chariot festival is conducted in the village.

Thippagondanalli reservoir opposite temple

Temple is open for Darshan for early morning 7 AM to 12 PM and at evenings between 5.30 PM to 7 PM. Overall a very nice temple to visit with family and friends.

Sri Kshetra Honnava Mantralaya Mandira , Honnaganahatti Raghavendra Swamy temple

In this post , we share our visit experience to Sri Kshetra Honnava Mantralaya at Honnaganahatti  near Tavarekere about 25 kms from Bengaluru city

Highlights of this spot

• Constructed during the year 2013
  
• Sri Raghavendra Swamy Brindavan , Panchamukhi Anjaneya idol , Narasimha Swamy idol worshipped here
  
• Unique way of worship

We visited this temple on a Sunday weekend . After passing through Magadi road near Tavarekere we took the diversion towards Honnaganahatti . Ride was smooth and there was ample parking space at the temple. One of the mango gardens is converted to parking area, during the summer season bunch of mangoes may be seen in all trees at this garden . From the outset temple has one sanctum in which Sri Raghavendra Swamy Brindavan , 5 faced Panchamukhi Anjaneya / Hanuman , Narasimhaswamy  idols are consecrated. We took darshan and had the lunch prasad. What surprised us the most were how devotees offered pooja and there a series of bags tied at the sides of the wall of this temple. When asked about this interesting practice, temple staff shared details and few surprising events which occurred at this spot.

According to them - In 2013 construction activities were started , Sri NarasimhaAcharya Joshi who is the main priest and initiator of this temple thought to first start a pooja using a photo of Sri Raghavendra swamy instead of constructing a Brindavan following shortage of funds.  Sri Joshi used to get dreams in which Sri Raghavendra Swamy instructed him to establish a Brindavan at this spot. During 2015 , on a Vijayadashami day he decided to perform a Yagna , during the Yagna from the Homa Kunda Poorna Ahuthi flame , structures of Sri Vinayaka ( Lord Ganesha) along with Mushika ,  Hayagreeva and Kamadhenu were noticed , were taken by surprise . Under the guidance of senior priests Sri Joshi then took the initiative of constructing Brindavan. 

When asked about the unqiue way of worship and series of bags across the walls , they informed its known as KaiSankapla where devotees pray to get rid of their problems , any black magic etc by offering a coconut and ghee deepam  . By creating a 21 ghee deepam , devotees take around 16 rounds of the Brindavan sanctum followed by 54 rounds around the coconut and tie the bag.  This is followed for few weeks as instructed by the priest.

Free lunch in the form of Prasad is offered . Temple is open from morning 6.30 AM to evening 8 PM . Overall a unique spot to visit and know the culture around.

Kambada Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple , Kamsandra

In this  post , we share our visit experience to Sri Kambada Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple at Kamsandra about 25 kms from city center.

Highlights about this temple

• Old temple believed to be existing since Cholas period
• Narasimha Swamy and Lakshmi worshiped here
• Chariot festivals conducted every year
• Temple has 3 sanctums with Dwaja stambha
  

It was in the afternoon when we visited this spot. Welcomed by a bull and cow herd at entrance , we took a view of the majestic Gopuram of the temple and the Dwaja stambha pillar in front of entrance.  On entering inside , the temple mantap sanctum gave a glimpse of typical cholas style construction . The ambience inside was mesmerizing with silence. There was less crowd during our visit , we took darshan of the majestic Idol which may be around 4 feet in standing position along with idol of Lakshmi.  Beside the temple sanctum are Naga stones where special poojas are conducted during Nagara panchami.

Temple is open for darshan everyday from morning 6 AM to 1 PM at noon and evening around 5 PM to 8 PM , may vary during weekends and special occasions. Overall a very nice temple to visit with your friends and family.

Kamadhenu Kshetra - a unique Raghavendra swamy temple at Vaddarahalli , Bangalore

In this post , we share our visit experience to one of the unique temples in Bengaluru North , Kamadhenu Kshetra at Vaddarahalli , about 20 kms from city center. 

Highlights of this spot

• Established in the year 2001 
  
• Raghavendra Swamy is the main deity worshiped
• Has a unique Pusthaka Brindavan and Saligrama Brindavan
• Pusthaka Brindavan is built using books which is known to have about 108 crore Sri Raghavanedraya Namaha recitations , a unique of its kind
• One of the rare temples where Saligrama Idol is used in the main sanctum
• Free lunch service everyday in the form of Prasad
• On the structure formed on rocks Devi is worshiped in form of Valli and Kalpavalli 
• Store where Pooja items , photo frames , books , Idols etc may be shopped
  

Our team took the NICE road and took the diversion at Magadi Road for about 5 kms to reach this spot. There was ample parking space at the location . Being a weekend Sunday , there was good crowd. The temple complex is spread over 2 to 3 acres. We first took darshan of the unqiue Pusthaka Brindavan. Pusthaka in kannada means Book . The Brindavan consecrated here is filled with books in which about 108 crore written are recitations of Sri Raghavendraya Namaha. Devotees offer Ghee lamp pooja at this spot.

Next to the Pusthaka brindavan sanctum is the Saligrama Brindavan temple hall . This spot was very calm and silence is maintained all around . Those who may have visited Mantralaya may get a glimpse of similar architecture. Administration staff here shared info this is one of its kind unique in India which uses Saligrama stone. Besides this sanctum is another small sanctum where a structure is formed on the rocks and Devi is worshiped in the form of Valli and Kalpavalli. There is a Pooja Bhandar store where idols , photo frames , Prasad , toys , food items of this locality is available for shopping. Free lunch is offered for devotees who may also contribute in form of donations. The temple association is engaged in this locality offering free books to children , arranging health camps etc.

Temple is open from morning 6 AM till evening 8 PM . Overall a very nice place to visit with family and friends. Do visit this spot and share with us your experience.