What to expect
Highlights
- The Revana Siddeshwara cave shrine.
- The stepped hill pilgrimage.
- The plateau-country views.
Revana Siddeshwara Betta
A hill-top cave shrine of Revana Siddeshwara (SRS Betta) between Channapatna and Kanakapura, a Veerashaiva pilgrimage climbed by steps for its cave temple and wide plateau views. This temple guide is organized from Kanakapura in Ramanagara 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 Revana Siddeshwara Betta.
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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 baseKanakapura
DistrictRamanagara
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed2 to 3 hours with the climb
EntryFree
Places to visit6→Listed businesses1→Revana Siddeshwara Betta (SRS Betta) is a hill-top cave shrine of Revana Siddeshwara between Channapatna and Kanakapura.
It is a Veerashaiva pilgrimage climbed by steps for its cave temple and wide plateau views.
Getting there
How to visit
- Between Channapatna and Kanakapura; by road to the base, then a stepped climb.
- A hill pilgrimage — wear good shoes, carry water, remove footwear at the shrine and start early.
Distance by road
- Bengaluru50 km
- Mysuru90 km
- Mandya55 km
- Kanakapura30 km
- Magadi40 km
Road km to Ramanagara; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; early morning.
Weather in Revana Siddeshwara BettaSeasonal guide
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Today at Revana Siddeshwara Betta
Sunrise6:10 am
Sunset6:30 pm
Golden hour best light5:30 pm–6:30 pm
Blue hour after sunset6:30 pm–6:55 pm
Sun sets toward compass bearingW · 278°
Moon tonight🌗 Last quarter · 48%
Sunset is in about 2 hours.
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 stepped hill climb to a cave shrine — carry water and be respectful of pilgrims.
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Revana Siddeshwara Betta — at a glance
TimingsDaylight hours; temple hours
Best timeOctober to February; early morning
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Revana Siddeshwara Betta
Between Channapatna and Kanakapura; by road to the base, then a stepped climb
Getting back
Work out your return before you settle in for the sunset. Public transport here thins out sharply in the evening, and Revana Siddeshwara Betta 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 Revana Siddeshwara Betta
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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Revana Siddeshwara Betta — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Revana Siddeshwara Betta?
October to February; early morning.
What are the entry fee and timings at Revana Siddeshwara Betta?
Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight hours; temple hours.
How do I reach Revana Siddeshwara Betta?
Between Channapatna and Kanakapura; by road to the base, then a stepped climb. A hill pilgrimage — wear good shoes, carry water, remove footwear at the shrine and start early.
How much time do I need for Revana Siddeshwara Betta?
2 to 3 hours with the climb.
What else is near Revana Siddeshwara Betta?
Nearby you can pair Janapada Loka (880 m), Ramadevara Betta (3.9 km), Kanva Reservoir (9.6 km), Channapatna (11.8 km).
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Photographs: NinadMysuru, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0), ಅಶ್ವಥ .ಕೆ ಎನ್ (CC BY-SA 3.0). Wikimedia Commons.