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Full Day Private Tour of Temples of Bengaluru: Explore South Indian Architecture and More

4.7

3 Ratings

Bengaluru

Enjoy visiting the amazing temples of Bengaluru to see South India temple architecture. Also visit Art of Living International centre and more. Enjoy the services of Private local guide and Personal chauffeur with air-conditioned car.

Duration: 8 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Bull Temple - Start the temple tour of Bangalore after meeting your private local guide and personal chauffeur at hotel lobby. Drive to Basavanagudi to visit famous Bull temple. This is the biggest temple of Nandi in the world measuring 15ft in height and 20 feet in length. The actual temple is small consisting only of the shrine. The temple was built in the year 1537 by the local ruler of the erstwhile Vijayanagara Empire. The granite structure of the statue of Nandi is cut out of a single piece of rock.Walk down to Dodda Ganesha Temple. The huge Ganesha of this popular temple is 18 ft tall in height and 16 ft wide. The lord is also generally known as Shakthi Ganapathi or Satya Ganapthi. It is usually believed that the idol of Dodda Ganesha Temple at Basavanagudi is growing on its right side.Drive to Gavi Gangadareshwara Temple. This Cave Temple is an example of Indian rock-cut architecture. This 9th century temple is cut out of a single rock and is also famous for its stone discs in the forecourt. It is one amongst the few temples in Bangalore dedicated to Lord Shiva, the main idol being a Shivalinga. The front of the temple is adorned by a sculptor of Nandi. The temple also has a rare sculpture of the fire god Agni, with his two heads, seven hands and three legs.

What's Included

Private local guide
Personal chauffeur with air-conditioned car
Hotel pickup and drop-off
All taxes included (GST)
Fuel surcharges covered
Parking fees included

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Gratuities

Additional Information

A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

Location

Bull Temple

Bugle Hill, Bull Temple Rd, Basavangudi,

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Deborahk_w

May 1, 2024

Temples - Wonderful tour guide, knowledgeable and trustworthy. Very flexible and comfortable to spend a day with

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Iliana_r

Jan 12, 2024

Beautiful day exploring Hindu temples! - I had a beautiful day exploring a little of Bangalore with a very kind guide named Deepak. He was very knowledgeable, punctual and professional. I enjoyed our time very much and would definitely use this company again whenever I’m back to Bangalore.

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