What to expect
Highlights
- The sage’s samadhi shrine.
- The great Phalguna fair.
- The associated maths of the town.
Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple
A major pilgrimage shrine at Nayakanahatti in Challakere taluk around the 15th–16th-century sage Thipperudra Swamy, whose samadhi draws large crowds at the Phalguna fair — with the associated Olamatha and Ekanatha maths nearby. This temple guide is organized from Nayakanahatti in Chitradurga 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 Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple.
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Before you go to Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple
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 baseNayakanahatti
DistrictChitradurga
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed45 minutes to an hour
EntryFree
The Thipperudra Swamy temple at Nayakanahatti in Challakere taluk is a major pilgrimage shrine around the 15th–16th-century sage Thipperudra Swamy.
His samadhi draws large crowds at the Phalguna fair, with the associated Olamatha and Ekanatha maths nearby.
Getting there
How to visit
- At Nayakanahatti, about 35 km from Chitradurga in Challakere taluk; by road.
- A busy pilgrimage temple — remove footwear, dress modestly and mind the crowds on fair days.
Distance by road
- Davanagere65 km
- Tumakuru130 km
- Ballari110 km
- Hospet120 km
- Bengaluru200 km
Road km to Chitradurga; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; the Phalguna (Feb–Mar) fair is the peak.
Weather in Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy TempleSeasonal guide
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Today at Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple
Sunrise6:12 am
Sunset6:34 pm
Golden hour best light5:34 pm–6:34 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:34 pm–6:59 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 278°
Moon tonight🌗 Last quarter · 47%
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 pilgrim shrine — expect large crowds and queues at festival time.
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Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple — at a glance
TimingsTemple hours; very busy at the fair
Best timeOctober to February; the Phalguna (Feb–Mar) fair is the peak
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple
At Nayakanahatti, ~35 km from Chitradurga in Challakere taluk; by road
Getting back
Work out your return before you settle in for the sunset. Public transport here thins out sharply in the evening, and Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple 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 Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple
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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When is the best time to visit Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple?
October to February; the Phalguna (Feb–Mar) fair is the peak.
What are the entry fee and timings at Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple?
Entry: Free. Timings: Temple hours; very busy at the fair.
How do I reach Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple?
At Nayakanahatti, about 35 km from Chitradurga in Challakere taluk; by road. A busy pilgrimage temple — remove footwear, dress modestly and mind the crowds on fair days.
How much time do I need for Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple?
45 minutes to an hour.
What else is near Nayakanahatti Thipperudra Swamy Temple?
Nearby you can pair Murugharajendra Matha & Muruga Vana (31.2 km), Chitradurga Fort (32.0 km), Onake Obavva Kindi (32.2 km), Chandravalli (33.8 km).
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