What to expect
Highlights
- Late-17th-century Vijayanagara-Dravidian temple architecture.
- Carved pillars, a pillared hall and a gopuram.
- Its setting beside Tipu’s Summer Palace and the fort.
Kote Venkataramana Temple
The Kote Venkataramana Temple stands beside Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace within the old Bangalore Fort area. Built in the late 17th century under the Wodeyar ruler Chikka Devaraja, it is dedicated to Venkataramana, a form of Vishnu.
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Plan Kote Venkataramana Temple
Typetemple
Nearest baseCentral Bengaluru
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed20 to 30 minutes
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseCentral Bengaluru
DistrictBengaluru Urban
Place typetemple
Time needed20 to 30 minutes.
The Kote Venkataramana Temple stands beside Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace within the old Bangalore Fort area. Built in the late 17th century under the Wodeyar ruler Chikka Devaraja, it is dedicated to Venkataramana, a form of Vishnu.
Its architecture blends Vijayanagara and Dravidian styles, with carved pillars, a pillared hall and a gopuram; despite the fort’s many upheavals the temple survived and remains an active shrine.
Visiting
Kote Venkataramana Temple — at a glance
Timings~7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 5:00 - 8:00 PM (approx)
Best timeOctober to February; mornings and evenings
Entry: Free
Getting there: Beside Tipu’s Summer Palace, near KR Market; City Market metro (Green Line)
Late-17th-century Wodeyar temple; combine with the palace and fort.
Getting there
How to visit
- Beside Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace near KR Market; City Market metro (Green Line), autos and buses reach it.
- Remove footwear and dress modestly; combine with the palace and fort.
Distance by road
- Mysuru145 km
- Chennai350 km
- Hyderabad570 km
- Mangaluru350 km
- Coimbatore365 km
Road km to Bengaluru Urban; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; mornings and evenings are calmest.
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Visitor notes
- Free entry; a functioning temple — follow the usual dress and footwear customs.
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Kote Venkataramana Temple — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Kote Venkataramana Temple?
October to February; mornings and evenings are calmest.
What are the entry fee and timings at Kote Venkataramana Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: ~7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 5:00 - 8:00 PM (approx). Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Kote Venkataramana Temple?
Beside Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace near KR Market; City Market metro (Green Line), autos and buses reach it. Remove footwear and dress modestly; combine with the palace and fort.
How much time do I need for Kote Venkataramana Temple?
20 to 30 minutes.
What else is near Kote Venkataramana Temple?
Nearby you can pair Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace (70 m), Bangalore Fort (410 m), KR Market (570 m), Lalbagh Botanical Garden (1.5 km).
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