Sri Keerti Narayana Temple @ Talakadu (Karnataka)

Sri Keerti Narayana Temple:

Sri Keerti Narayana Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Lord Vishnu is in a Standing position and the black color statute is 12-foot height. It is an ancient temple that is around 1200 years old and built by the Chola dynasty. It is located in a village called Talakadu in Mysore districts Karnataka (India).

Temple is constructed in a big area surrounded by trees. The height of the temple is not big but its structure is huge with lots of carvings on the stone.

Holy river Cauvery is very close to the temple. People take a dip in the river before entering the temple.

It is believed that in ancient times there were 30 temples and other structures in 1000 acres of land but due to Shap (Curse), most of the temples and structures were buried in the sand. You can still find sands around the temples.

There is no dress code for devotees but the love in Indian dress. Photography inside the temple is not allowed. You will find many guides and most of them speak Kanada.

Talkadu is a very famous tourist destination in Karnataka and you will see many places around it. I am sure you will love being in Talkadu.

VisitingTiming: 07:30 AM to 01:30 PM & 05:00 PM to 08:00 PM Everyday. During festival it is open for whole day.

Best time to visit: All-time.

Entry Fees: No for general darshan. You have to pay only if you want to perform some special rituals. Rates for those rituals are mentioned on the board.

Address:

Sri Keerti Narayana Temple

Mamballi, Talkadu, Karnataka 571442 (INDIA)

Special occasion:

This is a very famous temple and thousands of people visit there every day. Below are some of the occasions while you expect more crowded.

- Ramnavami

- Mahashivratri

- Ganesh Chaturthi

- After Solar and Lunar eclipse.

- Weekends

- Every Monday

- Holidays

- Pitripaksha

Places to visit nearby:

Sri Vaidyanatheshwara Temple
Sri Keerti Narayana Temple
Sri Veerbhadra Swamy Temple
Sri Pathaleshwara Temple
Sri Maraleshwara Swamy Temple
Sri Masanakanamma Devi Temple
Cauvery ghat

Parking Places: Huge parking place is available near the temple. Parking is free but during festival season local authorities start charging for the parking.

How to reach :

Indian Rail: The nearest railway station is Mysore which is about 49 km from the temple. It is well connected with other Indian cities. You can catch an either bus or hire taxis to reach the temple.

Buses: The nearest main bus station is Mysore is about 49 km from the temple. It is well connected with other Indian cities. You can catch an either bus or hire taxis to reach the temple. Many buses from different cities like Bangalore, Mysore, Mangalore, etc go to Talkadu.

Airport: The nearest airport is Mysore is about 35 km from the temple. It is well connected with other Indian cities. You can catch an either bus or hire taxis to reach the temple.

Private Taxis: Talkadu is a small village and you will not find many options. Better to book taxis during your travel.

Distance from nearby Cities

Bangalore: 131 km

Mysore: 49 km

Chamrajnagar : 50 km

Shimoga: 286 km

Mangalore: 303 km

Hubli: 484 km

Tirupati: 378 km

Accommodation:

You will find some accommodations in Talakadu. Hotel prices are more. Better to book online before you go there. You can also choose homestay-type accommodation.

Food & Restaurant:

It is a very famous temple in Karnataka and many people visited there every day. You will find a few small-scale restaurants or messes. Prices are quite costly for the food that you get there.

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