Shree Chokkanatha Swamy Gudi Banglore
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Deity: Lord Vishnu Place: Bangalore Karnataka
Shree Chokkanatha Swamy Gudi Banglore. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Located in Bangalore.
- Primary Deity
- Lord Vishnu
- Architecture
- Dravidian architecture
- Built
- Likely around 17th century
- Builder
- Local chieftains or devotees
- Entry Fee
- No entry fee for general darshan.
- Best Season
- September to February (pleasant weather)
- Darshan Time
- 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on crowd.
- Dress Code
- Traditional and Formal clothing
- Address
- Available soon.
History
The Chokkanathaswamy temple in Domlur is one of the oldest temples in Bangalore, dating back to historical times. It features numerous Tamil inscriptions that refer to the area as Tombalur or Desimanikkapattanam.
Spiritual Significance
The temple is historically significant for its ancient architecture and inscriptions that provide insight into the region's past. It is dedicated to Chokkanathaswamy, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Spiritual Practices
Devotees engage in prayers, circumambulation (pradakshina), and offering of lamps (deeparadhana). Meditation is also practiced by some.
Spiritual Experience
भक्तों को मंदिर में एक शांत और दिव्य वातावरण का अनुभव होता है। भगवान चोक्कनाथ स्वामी की उपस्थिति का अनुभव मन को शांति और सुकून प्रदान करता है।
Darshan Timings
- 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Timings may vary on festival days and weekends.
How to Reach
- Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru (BLR) is the nearest airport, approximately 40 km away.
- Bangalore City Railway Station (SBC) and Yeshvantpur Junction (YPR) are the major railway stations, well-connected to all parts of India.
- The temple is accessible by road within Bangalore city via local buses, auto-rickshaws, and taxis.
- Nearest Airport: to the Chokkanatha Swamy Gudi. The temple is around 38.1 km away from Bangalore. By Road Kempegowda Bus Stand is the nearest and well connected bus stand to Chokkanatha Swamy Temple to reach by road, which is around 8.2 km away from the temple. Best Time to Visit Chokkanatha Swamy TempleThe best time to visit Shri ChokkanathaSwamy Temple is from September to February.
- Nearest Railway: to Shree Chokkanatha Swamy Gudi Temple is Bengaluru Junction Railway Station. The distance from Chokkanathaswamy Temple to Bengaluru Junctions is approximately 8.8 km.By AirKempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru, is the nearest airport to the Chokkanatha Swamy Gudi. The temple is around 38.1 km away from Bangalore. By Road Kempegowda Bus Stand is the nearest and well connected bus stand to Chokkanatha Swamy Temple to reach by road, which is around 8.2 km away from the temple. 
- Nearest City: Bangalore (Located within Bangalore city limits.)
Major Festivals
- Diwali
- Holi
- Navratri
- Sri Guru Raghavendra Swamy Vaibhavotsavams
Sacred Mantras
- Usage: Chanting for general well-being and spiritual progress.
Mantra: Om Namo Narayanaya
Meaning: Salutations to Lord Narayana (Vishnu) - Usage: Specific chanting for devotees of this deity.
Mantra: Om Chokkanathaya Namaha
Meaning: Salutations to Lord Chokkanatha
Special Puja
Abhishekam (ritual bathing of the deity) and Archana (offering of flowers and mantras) are regularly performed. Special pujas are conducted on auspicious days.
What Devotees Pray For
- Problem: धन-समृद्धि की प्राप्ति
Practice: भगवान चोक्कनाथ स्वामी को विशेष पूजा और अभिषेक अर्पित करना। - Problem: स्वास्थ्य और दीर्घायु
Practice: नियमित रूप से मंदिर में दर्शन और प्रार्थना करना। - Problem: विवाह में बाधाओं का निवारण
Practice: भगवान को विशेष फूल और प्रसाद चढ़ाना।