What to expect
Highlights
- The Vijayanagara-style carving.
- The Venugopala (Krishna) shrine.
- The setting inside the fort.
Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple
An ornate Vijayanagara-style Venugopala (Krishna) temple inside the Devanahalli fort walls, with finely carved pillars and a gopura — the principal temple of the old fort town. This temple guide is organized from Devanahalli in Bengaluru Rural district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple.
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Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple
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Practical guide
Plan Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseDevanahalli
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed30 to 45 minutes
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseDevanahalli
DistrictBengaluru Rural
Place typetemple
Time needed30 to 45 minutes.
An ornate Vijayanagara-style Venugopala (Krishna) temple inside the Devanahalli fort walls, with finely carved pillars and a gopura — the principal temple of the old fort town. This temple guide is organized from Devanahalli in Bengaluru Rural district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple.
The Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple is an ornate Vijayanagara-style Venugopala (Krishna) temple inside the Devanahalli fort walls.
It has finely carved pillars and a gopura — the principal temple of the old fort town.
Visiting
Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple — at a glance
TimingsTemple hours
Best timeOctober to February; mornings
Entry: Free
Getting there: Inside the Devanahalli fort, near the Bengaluru airport; by road, paired with the fort
A living temple — remove footwear, dress modestly and do not touch the carvings.
Getting there
How to visit
- Inside the Devanahalli fort, near the Bengaluru airport; by road, paired with the fort.
- A living temple — remove footwear, dress modestly and do not touch the carvings.
Distance by road
- Bengaluru35 km
- Devanahalli5 km
- Doddaballapura30 km
- Tumakuru50 km
- Kolar55 km
Road km to Bengaluru Rural; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; mornings.
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Visitor notes
- A living temple in a heritage fort — be respectful of worshippers and the old stonework.
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Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple?
October to February; mornings.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Temple hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple?
Inside the Devanahalli fort, near the Bengaluru airport; by road, paired with the fort. A living temple — remove footwear, dress modestly and do not touch the carvings.
How much time do I need for Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple?
30 to 45 minutes.
What else is near Kote Venugopalaswamy Temple?
Nearby you can pair Devanahalli Fort (60 m), Avathi Betta (4.5 km), Hoskote Lake (21.5 km), Makalidurga (22.0 km).
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