What to expect
Highlights
- The carved lotus-and-Ashtadikpala ceiling.
- The Hoysala sculpture and towers.
- The nearby Nolamba Kalleshvara temple.
Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe
An ASI-protected 13th-century Hoysala temple at Aralaguppe celebrated for its intricately carved lotus-and-Ashtadikpala ceiling and fine sculpture — among the district’s finest, near the older Nolamba Kalleshvara temple in the same village. This temple guide is organized from Turuvekere in Tumakuru 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 Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe.
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Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe
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Plan Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe
Typetemple
Nearest baseTuruvekere
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed30 to 45 minutes
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseTuruvekere
DistrictTumakuru
Place typetemple
Time needed30 to 45 minutes.
An ASI-protected 13th-century Hoysala temple at Aralaguppe celebrated for its intricately carved lotus-and-Ashtadikpala ceiling and fine sculpture — among the district’s finest, near the older Nolamba Kalleshvara temple in the same village. This temple guide is organized from Turuvekere in Tumakuru 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 Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe.
The Chennakeshava Temple at Aralaguppe is an ASI-protected 13th-century Hoysala temple celebrated for its intricately carved lotus-and-Ashtadikpala ceiling.
It stands near the older Nolamba Kalleshvara temple in the same village and is among the district’s finest sculpture.
Visiting
Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe — at a glance
TimingsTemple hours
Best timeOctober to February; morning light for the ceiling
Entry: Free
Getting there: At Aralaguppe in Turuvekere taluk; by road
A protected ASI Hoysala temple — remove footwear and do not touch the carvings or ceiling.
Getting there
How to visit
- At Aralaguppe in Turuvekere taluk; by road.
- A protected temple — remove footwear and do not touch the carvings or ceiling.
Distance by road
- Bengaluru70 km
- Chitradurga130 km
- Hassan95 km
- Chikkaballapura90 km
- Chikkamagaluru130 km
Road km to Tumakuru; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; morning light for the ceiling.
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Visitor notes
- An ASI Hoysala temple — treat the fine stonework with great care.
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What’s near Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe
templeGangadhareshwara Temple, Turuvekere10.8 km awaytempleLakshminarasimha Temple, Vignasante14.3 km awaytempleKedareshwara Temple, Nagalapura20.1 km awaytempleGubbi Chennabasaveshwara Temple36.4 km awaytempleYediyur Siddhalingeshwara Temple40.7 km awaytempleKaidala Chennakeshava Temple50.7 km away
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Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe?
October to February; morning light for the ceiling.
What are the entry fee and timings at Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe?
Entry: Free. Timings: Temple hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe?
At Aralaguppe in Turuvekere taluk; by road. A protected temple — remove footwear and do not touch the carvings or ceiling.
How much time do I need for Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe?
30 to 45 minutes.
What else is near Chennakeshava Temple, Aralaguppe?
Nearby you can pair Gangadhareshwara Temple, Turuvekere (10.8 km), Lakshminarasimha Temple, Vignasante (14.3 km), Kedareshwara Temple, Nagalapura (20.1 km), Gubbi Chennabasaveshwara Temple (36.4 km).
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