Nanjangud · Karnataka
Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud
The ancient Shiva temple of Nanjangud on the Kapila river, a pilgrimage town known as Dakshina Kashi.
Photo: Dineshkannambadi · CC BY-SA 3.0
Karnataka · Temple listing
Gunja Narasimha Swamy Temple, Thirumakudalu Narasipura
Not yet confirmed
Gunja Narasimha Swamy Temple, Thirumakudalu NarasipuraPhoto: Dineshkannambadi · CC BY-SA 3.0
01 · Discover
History & tradition
The Gunja Narasimha Swamy Temple is in Tirumakudalu Narasipura, a town about 20 miles south-east of Mysuru in Karnataka. It dates from about the 16th century, in the time of the Vijayanagara empire, and is built in the Dravidian style, with an imposing gopura over the entrance gate and a four-pillared hall in front of the sanctum. The temple stands at the confluence of the Kaveri and Kabini rivers.
Good to know
Deity & dedicationNot yet confirmed
Heritage statusState Protected Monument
Opening hoursCurrent opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
Before you set outConfirm opening hours and entry requirements before choosing your travel time. Allow time for queues, breaks and your return journey.
02 · Before you go
Plan your visit
Choose a date, save your starting point, and tick off a simple checklist.
Your visitGunja Narasimha Swamy Temple, Thirumakudalu NarasipuraChoose your preferred date above
- Step 1
Confirm the opening schedule and entry requirements.
- Step 2
Follow the temple’s posted visitor instructions and queue.
- Step 3
Allow time for a quiet visit and your return journey.
0%
Visit checklist0 of 5 done
Saved on this device · Your personal preparation list
03 · Getting there
Map & route
Locate the temple and open travel directions.
Gunja Narasimha Swamy Temple, Thirumakudalu Narasipura
Mysuru district, Karnataka
Confirm opening hours and entry requirements before choosing your travel time. Allow time for queues, breaks and your return journey.
The pin marks the temple area. Follow local signs for the visitor entrance.
04 · At the temple
Darshan & customs
Darshan
Opening & entry
Current opening hours are not confirmed in this guide. Check with the temple before travelling.
View sourcesWith intention
Offerings
Ask the temple office which offerings are accepted before buying them. An offering is a personal choice.
Local traditions
Dress & etiquette
Confirm dress, entry, photography and belongings rules with the temple before your visit.
Explore a little further
Temples nearby
Approximate straight-line distances; open directions for the travel route.
Chamarajanagar district · Karnataka
Arakeshvara Temple
A 10th-century Western Ganga temple of Shiva at Hole Alur in Chamarajanagar district, built to mark a victory in 949 CE.
Photo: Dineshkannambadi · CC BY-SA 4.0
Mysuru district · Karnataka
Lakshmikanta Temple, Kalale
A Vaishnava temple at Kalale near Nanjangud in Mysore district, patronised by the Wodeyar kings.
Photo: Dineshkannambadi · CC BY-SA 3.0
For your family
Bring the blessings home
Explore poojas from the Healers World catalogue.
Know your sources
Information you can trace
Check current timings and visitor rules with the temple before travelling.
- Wikidata — structured place recordRetrieved 2026-11-12
- Wikipedia — further readingChecked 2026-11-12