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Yoga Narasimha Temple Melkote  

  Mysuru , Karnataka.
FREE

  • Spiritual
    Category
    Spiritual
  • duration
    Duration
    30-45 Min
  • mobile_voucher
    Mobile Voucher
    Accepted
  • accepts donations
    Donation
    Accepts
  • parking
    Parking
    Available
  • drinking water
    Drinking water
    Available
  • staircase
    Staircase
    Available
  • baby friendly
    Couple
    Friendly
  • ExploreBees
    Baby
    Friendly
  • restroom
    Restroom
    Available
  • sitting area
    Sitting Area
    Available
  • baggage counter
    Baggage counter
    Available
  • footwear counter
    Footwear Counter
    Available
  • first aid kit
    FIrst Aid kit
    Available
  • prayer room
    Prayer room
    Available
  • dustbin
    Dustbin
    Available

Ticket

  • adult ticket
    Adult
    FREE
  • children ticket
    Children
    FREE
  • mobile camera
    Mobile Camera
    FREE
  • still camera
    still camera
    FREE
  • video camera
    Video Camera
    FREE

Description

Melkote Narasimha temple dedicated to Lord Yoga Narasimha stands atop a hill at a height of 1777 meters above the sea level with around 400 steps. situated about 52 km from iconic Mysore palace and 40 Km from Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary just 1 km from world-famous Melukote Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple and 145 km from Bangalore. 

The majestic temple is dedicated to Lord Narasimha. the Yoga Narasimhar temple which is situated on the hills is believed to be one of the seven holy centers of Narasimha worship. This temple was built during the Hoysala times.  The idol of Narasimha is in a seated posture with the Yogapatta. It is believed that the idol of Yoga Narasimha temple at Melkote was installed by Prahlada himself, son of Hiranyakashapu. The majestic gopura/towel of the temple is visible from far.   A huge drum donated by Tipu Sultan and a bell donated by the Mysore Parakalamatha is seen here. The historic temple attracts devotees due to its architectural beauty, serene surroundings, and religious significance. The beauty and religious significance of the temple has always fascinated the common people and the royalty alike. The temple has a huge drum that was donated by Tipu Sultan. During the rule of the erstwhile Wodeyar Kings of Mysore, Krishnaraja Wodeyar III had donated a gold crown to the temple deity.

Sri Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple Darshana Timings -

  • 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM
  • 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Tips

  • Yoga Narasimha Temple at Melkote situated on a small hill with around 400 steps. And there is a motorable road reaches us somewhere above the midway of the hill. Autos and Cars can go up to this point and from there, it would be hardly 150 steps to reach the temple.
  • Photography is strictly prohibited inside the temple but people can carry their cameras along with them.
  • one should beware of the Monkeys snatching the baggage and things.
  • Do not forget to try the Puligogare (Tamarind Rice) which is the specialty of the place
  • most of the roads are narrow so please be diligent when parking the vehicles on the road



Operational Hours

January to December
Monday 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Tuesday 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Wednesday 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM - 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Thursday 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Friday 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Sunday 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Last Admission Afternoon 01:20 PM | Evening 07:50 PM

Things to carry

  • id card
    Id card
  • camera
    camera
  • selfi stick
    Selfi stick
  • water bottle
    Water bottle
  • sunglasses
    Sunglasses
  • cap
    Cap
  • medicine
    Medicine
  • sun cream
    Sunscreen
  • power bank
    Power Bank
  • Food or Snacks
    Food or Snacks

Things Not Allowed

  • no alcohol
    alcohol
  • no footware
    Footwear
  • no weapons
    Weapons
  • no pets
    Pets
  • no skate board
    Skate board
  • no smoking
    Smoking
  • no wifi
    Wifi
  • no plastic bag
    Plastic Bag

Near By

  • atm
    ATM
    1.25 KM
  • fuel station
    Fuel Station
    9.0 KM
  • restaurant
    Restaurant
    1.2 KM
  • hospital
    Hospital
    6.0 KM
  • pharmacy
    Pharmacy
    6.0 KM
  • hotel
    Hotel
    1.25 KM
  • bus stop
    Bus Stop
    1.7 KM

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