Sri Rajarajeshwari Temple - Bengaluru
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🛕 Temple Info
The Rajarajeshwari Temple is situated in Kalyananagari, also called Kanchanagiri or Kenchenahalli. It is located between the Cauvery and Vrishabhavati rivers, and has historical significance as a Shakti Peetha. Many sages and deities, including Deva Rishi Narada, are said to have worshipped the divine mother, Sri Rajarajeshwari.
The temple is a magnificent example of Dravidian architecture, featuring five Rajagopuras. The main attraction is the six-foot stone image of Sri Jnanakshi Rajarajeshwari seated on a throne. The temple’s design includes an elevated sanctum, a pillared hall, and a wide circumambulatory path. Worship follows the Saivagama tradition, with special attention given to the rituals performed by well-trained priests.
Festivals and Celebrations
The temple is a center for vibrant festivals, particularly Navarathri and Brahmotsavam, during which Chandi Homa, Vedic recitations, and cultural events are held. The temple attracts large numbers of devotees, especially on Tuesdays and Fridays. These festivals provide an opportunity for devotees to engage in special pujas, homas, and rathotsavas.
Temple Website : https://rajarajeshwari.in
💫 Importance
Spiritual Significance
The Rajarajeshwari Temple holds great spiritual importance as a Shakti Peetha, believed to be one of the divine places where the Goddess’s power resides. It is referred to as Jaya Peetha, and the presiding Bhairava is Abiru Bhairava. Many devotees, including ancient rishis and siddhas, have achieved spiritual success (siddhi) through worship at this temple. The temple is linked with legends about Sage Athreya and his wife Anusuya, who are believed to have lived in the region.
Annual Solar Phenomenon
On the 27th of March every year, the rays of the sun fall directly on the forehead of the Goddess at sunrise, creating a unique and auspicious phenomenon. This natural occurrence is believed to be divine and holds significant spiritual meaning.
Veda Pathashala
In 1976, Swamiji established the Sri Rajarajeshwari Samskruta Vedagama Mahapathashala, a traditional school dedicated to imparting knowledge of Vedas and Agama scriptures. The institution trains young aspirants who wish to become proficient in temple worship and take up the role of priests or pursue monastic initiation.
📜History
Sri Kailash Ashrama Mahasamsthana, founded by His Holiness Sri Sivaratnapuri Swamiji (popularly known as Sri Tiruchi Swamigal), is located in Kenchenahalli (now Sri Rajarajeshwarinagar). After being initiated by his Guru, Sri Sivapuri Baba, Swamiji traveled south and had a vision of the divine trinity of Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswathi at Mount Kailas. He was directed to Karnataka, where he laid the foundation stone of the Ashrama on 3rd April 1960. The temple was later built and dedicated to Goddess Sri Rajarajeshwari, along with a Sri Chakra temple featuring the MAHA MERU.
🪔 Pooja Timings
WeekDays
| Morning | 06:00AM To 12:30PM |
| Evening | 04:00PM To 08:30PM |
Tuesday, Friday & Sunday
| Morning | 06:00AM To 01:00PM |
| Evening | 04:00PM To 09:00PM |
🚌 Transfort Options
| Mode of TransportDetails | |
| By Bus | Kempegowda Bus Station (Majestic) is 8 km from the Temple. From there, take the Metro to Mysore Road Station. Travelers from Mysore can alight at Kengeri Bus Terminal or near Gopalan Mall at Rajarajeshwari Arch (1.5 km from the Temple). Frequent AC and non-AC buses operate daily. Autos and taxis are easily available. |
| By Air | Kempegowda International Airport (Bangalore) is 48 km from the Temple, with round-the-clock city buses and taxis. Devotees can change over at Kempegowda Bus Station to reach the Temple. Mysore Airport (146 km away) offers quicker road access via the Mysore–Bangalore highway. |
| By Train | Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna Railway Station (Bangalore City Station) is the nearest railhead, adjacent to Kempegowda Bus Station. Travelers from the south may also alight at Mysore Railway Station and continue by bus or taxi. |
| By Metro | Mysore Road Metro Station is the closest metro stop, located 6.5 km from the Temple. Local transport options are available for the final stretch. |
🏙️Near By Cities
- Ramnagar
- Kanakapur
- Kempegouda Bus Terminal Bengalore
- Tumkur
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