What to expect
Highlights
- The island Shiva temple.
- The Tungabhadra river crossing.
- The Ramayana legend.
Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva
A Rameshwara (Shiva) temple on a small island in the Tungabhadra near Kuruva, south-east of Honnali, linked in legend to the Ramayana — reached across the river when the water is low. This temple guide is organized from Honnali in Davanagere 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 Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva.
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Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva
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Plan Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva
Typetemple
Nearest baseHonnali
Best timeNovember to February
Time needed45 minutes to an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseHonnali
DistrictDavanagere
Place typetemple
Time needed45 minutes to an hour.
A Rameshwara (Shiva) temple on a small island in the Tungabhadra near Kuruva, south-east of Honnali, linked in legend to the Ramayana — reached across the river when the water is low. This temple guide is organized from Honnali in Davanagere 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 Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva.
The Gadde Rameshwara Temple stands on a small island in the Tungabhadra near Kuruva, south-east of Honnali.
A Rameshwara (Shiva) temple linked in legend to the Ramayana, it is reached across the river when the water is low.
Visiting
Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva — at a glance
TimingsTemple hours; river crossing by day
Best timeNovember to February; the dry post-monsoon months
Entry: Free
Getting there: Near Kuruva, ~10 km from Honnali; by road, then a river crossing when the water is low
A river-island temple — do not cross or wade when the Tungabhadra is high, and remove footwear at the shrine.
Getting there
How to visit
- Near Kuruva, about 10 km from Honnali; by road, then a river crossing when the water is low.
- A river-island temple — do not cross or wade when the river is high, and remove footwear at the shrine.
Distance by road
- Chitradurga65 km
- Shivamogga75 km
- Hubballi140 km
- Harihar14 km
- Bengaluru265 km
Road km to Davanagere; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
November to February; the dry post-monsoon months.
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Visitor notes
- A river crossing that is unsafe in high water — never wade when the Tungabhadra is in spate.
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Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva?
November to February; the dry post-monsoon months.
What are the entry fee and timings at Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva?
Entry: Free. Timings: Temple hours; river crossing by day. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva?
Near Kuruva, about 10 km from Honnali; by road, then a river crossing when the water is low. A river-island temple — do not cross or wade when the river is high, and remove footwear at the shrine.
How much time do I need for Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva?
45 minutes to an hour.
What else is near Gadde Rameshwara Temple, Kuruva?
Nearby you can pair Thirtharameshwara Temple, Belagutti (17.7 km), Shanti Sagara (24.8 km), Channagiri Fort (30.5 km), Devarabelakere Reservoir (30.7 km).
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