Dodda Ganesha Temple is the most famous temple in Bangalore. Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, this 16th century temple is located in the heart of Bengaluru (Karnataka) and is known as the Dodda Ganapathi Temple.The temple is located in Bull Temple Road, next to Big Bull Temple, which is another religious attraction in Bangalore.
Location: Basavanagudi, south bangalore
Address: Bull Temple, Bull Temple Road, Basavangudi, Bangalore
Pin code : 560004
Phone : 080 2667 8777
Built By: Kempe Gowda I
Dedicated to: Lord Ganesha
Visit Duration: 1 to 2 hours
Photography: Allowed
Temple Timing: 6.00 AM to 12.00 PM, 5.30 PM to 9.00 PM
Entry : Free to all
Main Attraction: Ganapathi idol decorated with over 100 Kgs of butter
Festival: Ganesh Chaturthi
Nearest Airport: Bangalore international airport just 38 km from temple.
Nearest Railway station: Bangalore city railway station just 33 km from temple.
By Bus or Road: It is about 5 km from city Bus Stop and 6 km from Kalasipalyam.
More information about Dodda Ganapathi Temple
The temple is located in Bull Temple Road, next to Big Bull Temple, which is another religious attraction in Bangalore. The idol of lord ganesh in this temple is covered in cream paint with golden lace and buttons on it. One of the most famous decorations of lord ganesha idol is the butter coating. Over 100 Kgs of butter is needed for to apply to the idol of Dodda Ganesha Temple.
A story behind the construction of the temple is Kempe Gowda once found a big rock which is looking like Lord Ganesha so he order to build this temple. Dodda Ganesha Temple at Basavanagudi was constructed by Kempegowda One. Ganapathi idol in this temple is about 18ft height and 16ft width is one of the biggest idol in Karnataka state. The Ganesha idol is huge but inspires awe only when it’s full decorated during some puja or festival.
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