Goravanahalli Mahalakshmi Temple, Goravanahalli
The temple complex also includes shrines for Goddess Marikamba and Manchala Nagappa (the serpent deity), and is surrounded by lush greenery near the Theetha Reservoir on the Suvarnamukhi River.
Architecture of the Temple
Built in the South Indian architectural style of the early 1900s, the temple features a large multi-colored gopuram, side verandas, and a sanctum sanctorum that houses Goddess Mahalakshmi. The temple also includes shrines for Marikamba and the snake deity Manchala Nagappa
How to Reach to Temple
- By Road: Approximately 80 km from Bangalore (roughly 1.5–2 hours) and 30 km from Tumkur. Regular KSRTC and private buses run from Bangalore, with a turn-off at Dabaspet on the Bangalore–Tumkur highway. Private cabs and self-drives are also common
- By Rail: Nearest railway station is Tumkur (~30–36 km away).
- By Air: Bangalore International Airport is approximately 80–85 km from the temple.
Nearby attractions include the Theetha Reservoir, Devarayanadurga, Shivagange, and other historic sites
Temple Timings
