What to expect
Highlights
- The tradition of a free meal for every pilgrim.
- The gilded Annapoorneshwari shrine on the Bhadra.
- Its place on the Sringeri–Kalasa temple circuit.
Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu
The Annapoorneshwari Temple at Horanadu, on the bank of the Bhadra, is dedicated to Adi Shakthyathmaka Annapoorneshwari, the goddess of food and nourishment. It is famous for feeding every visitor a free meal (annadana).
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Before you go to Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu
Entry rules not verified for this temple. Some Hindu temples admit only Hindus, and most enforce a dress code at the door. We have not verified the rule for this particular temple, so please check before you travel — especially if you are not Hindu or are visiting from outside India.
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Typetemple
Nearest baseKudremukh
DistrictChikkamagaluru
Best timeSeptember to February for comfortable…
Time needed1 to 1.5 hours (longer to take the meal)
EntryFree
Places to visit3→Set among the Western Ghats forests near Kalasa, it is a major stop on the Sringeri–Kalasa–Kudremukh temple and hill circuit, drawing steady streams of pilgrims.
Getting there
How to visit
- At Horanadu near Kalasa, ~100 km from Chikkamagaluru in the Western Ghats; reach it by bus or taxi.
- A living temple — footwear off and modest dress; free meals are served at set times, and accommodation for pilgrims can be arranged by the temple.
Distance by road
- Hassan55 km
- Shivamogga90 km
- Mangaluru150 km
- Mysuru165 km
- Bengaluru245 km
Road km to Chikkamagaluru; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
September to February for comfortable Ghats weather; festival days are very busy.
Weather in Annapoorneshwari Temple, HoranaduSeasonal guide
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Today at Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu
Sunrise6:18 am
Sunset6:39 pm
Golden hour best light5:39 pm–6:39 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:39 pm–7:04 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 278°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 62%
South-west monsoon. June to September is the south-west monsoon in Karnataka. Expect heavy showers, mostly in bursts rather than all day — carry rain cover, allow extra time for getting around, and note that ferries and open-air sites are the first things affected.
Sun and moon are calculated for this location and shown in IST. Photography windows are the hour around sunrise and sunset; the sunset bearing is degrees clockwise from true north. Moon phase is accurate to about half a day.
Visitor notes
- A busy pilgrimage temple — footwear off, modest dress, and follow the queue and meal-hall rules.
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Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu — at a glance
Timings~6:00 AM - 9:00 PM (meals at set times; confirm)
Best timeSeptember to February; festival days very busy
Entry: Free (free meal served; donations welcome)
Getting here
How to reach Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu
Horanadu near Kalasa, ~100 km from Chikkamagaluru
Getting back
Work out your return before you settle in for the sunset. Public transport here thins out sharply in the evening, and Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu is easier to reach than to leave. We do not publish departure times: there is no official live feed we are permitted to republish, and a wrong time here would strand you. Check the operator directly on the day.
- KSRTC — the Karnataka state bus operator; route and schedule enquiries. Online booking.
- Indian Railways — live running and seat availability for the nearest railhead, named under “Getting here” above.
Ask at the bus stand for the time of the last service back, not the next one. If you miss it, an auto or app cab is the fallback — agree the fare before you get in.
Getting around Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu
We have not assessed physical access at this place yet. Across India, step-free routes, handrails and accessible toilets are the exception rather than the rule, and pavements are often interrupted — if step-free access matters to you, contact the site or a local operator before committing to the trip.
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Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu?
September to February for comfortable Ghats weather; festival days are very busy.
What are the entry fee and timings at Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu?
Entry: Free (free meal served; donations welcome). Timings: ~6:00 AM - 9:00 PM (meals at set times; confirm).
How do I reach Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu?
At Horanadu near Kalasa, ~100 km from Chikkamagaluru in the Western Ghats; reach it by bus or taxi. A living temple — footwear off and modest dress; free meals are served at set times, and accommodation for pilgrims can be arranged by the temple.
How much time do I need for Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu?
1 to 1.5 hours (longer to take the meal).
What else is near Annapoorneshwari Temple, Horanadu?
Nearby you can pair Kudremukh Peak (31.4 km), Vidyashankara Temple, Sringeri (41.1 km), Sharadamba Temple, Sringeri (41.1 km), Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary (44.4 km).
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Photographs: Hari K Patibanda, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY 2.0), Hari K Patibanda (CC BY 2.0), SWE-Yaatrik (CC BY-SA 4.0). Wikimedia Commons.