What to expect
Highlights
- The Trimakuta Sangama river confluence and bathing ghats.
- The 16th-century Vijayanagara temple to Narasimha.
- Its "Dakshina Prayaga" pilgrimage significance.
Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura
The Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple sits at Tirumakudalu Narasipura (T. Narasipura), about 30 km from Mysuru, at the Trimakuta Sangama — the confluence of the Kaveri, the Kabini and the mythical Sphatika Sarovara. The bathing ghats here make it a "Dakshina Prayaga", a southern counterpart to Prayag.
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Before you go to Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura
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 baseT. Narasipura
DistrictMysuru
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed45 minutes to an hour
EntryFree
The 16th-century Vijayanagara-era temple to Narasimha (a form of Vishnu) takes its name "Gunja" from a legend that the deity was once weighed against gunja (jequirity) seeds; carved pillars and a gopuram front the river-confluence setting.
Getting there
How to visit
- About 30 km from Mysuru at T. Narasipura; buses and taxis reach the town, often paired with Somanathapura or Talakad.
- Remove footwear and dress modestly; the ghats can be slippery.
Distance by road
- Bengaluru145 km
- Ooty125 km
- Coorg (Madikeri)120 km
- Mangaluru250 km
- Kozhikode215 km
Road km to Mysuru; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; festival and new-moon bathing days are busiest.
Weather in Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. NarasipuraSeasonal guide
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Today at Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura
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 · 279°
Moon tonight🌖 Waning gibbous · 76%
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
- Free entry; a living pilgrimage site at a river confluence — take care near the water and follow temple customs.
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Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura — at a glance
Timings~7:00 AM - 8:00 PM (approx)
Best timeOctober to February
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura
~30 km from Mysuru at T. Narasipura; buses and taxis
Getting back
Work out your return before you settle in for the sunset. Public transport here thins out sharply in the evening, and Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura 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 Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura
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.
If you need help at Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura
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When is the best time to visit Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura?
October to February; festival and new-moon bathing days are busiest.
What are the entry fee and timings at Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura?
Entry: Free. Timings: ~7:00 AM - 8:00 PM (approx).
How do I reach Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura?
About 30 km from Mysuru at T. Narasipura; buses and taxis reach the town, often paired with Somanathapura or Talakad. Remove footwear and dress modestly; the ghats can be slippery.
How much time do I need for Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura?
45 minutes to an hour.
What else is near Gunja Narasimhaswamy Temple, T. Narasipura?
Nearby you can pair Chennakeshava Temple, Somanathapura (7.8 km), Talakadu (13.5 km), Lalitha Mahal (25.2 km), Srikanteshwara Temple, Nanjangud (25.3 km).
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