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Bengaluru Temples Walking Tour

Get lost in Hindu religion and culture on this walking tour of the temples of Bengaluru. Discover its history and traditions as you visit the city's most important sacred sites with an expert guide. Bengaluru Temples Walking Tour Itinerary. Meet...

  • 2 hours
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Get lost in Hindu religion and culture on this walking tour of the temples of Bengaluru. Discover its history and traditions as you visit the city's most important sacred sites with an expert guide.

Bengaluru Temples Walking Tour Itinerary

Meet your local English-speaking guide at the scheduled time by the main entrance to the Ramakrishna Math, a Hindu monastic organisation founded in the 19th century.

Explore inside the monastic complex, visiting the museum and the impressive library collection at the Ramakrishna Math, while you hear about its origins and beliefs.

Continue your guided tour of the temples of Bengaluru, learning more about the culture and rituals surrounding Hinduism. You'll see important places of worship, including Sri Gavi Gangadhareshwara Swamy, a 16th century rock-cut cave temple, and Ramanjaneya Gudda, crowned by a huge statue of Hanuman hugging Rama.

Your final stop will be at Shree Dodda, also known as Nandhi Temple, a shrine dedicated to the sacred bull, the companion of Shiva.

Prices

Included

  • Local professional English speaking guide.
  • Transport during the tour should it be needed.
  • Hot drink in a traditional cafe.

Tips

  • Accessibility: No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Location

Activity location

13/14 Bull Temple Road, Ramakrishna Ashram, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru 560019, India

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