Deity
Vishnu (Dharmaraya)
Main deity
श्री धर्मराय
Dharmaraya Swamy Temple
Dharmaraya Swamy Temple is a historic Vishnu temple in Bengaluru, Bengaluru Urban district, Karnataka. The record notes it as one of the city’s oldest surviving temples, associated with Dravidian architecture and the Vijayanagara period (16th century). Timings are typically morning and evening sessions (approximate).
Dharmaraya Swamy Temple
Dharmaraya Swamy Temple
Dharmaraya Swamy Temple
Dharmaraya Swamy Temple
Dharmaraya Swamy Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
One of Bengaluru’s oldest surviving temples
Heritage
Architecture
Dravidian
Style
Location
Bengaluru, Bengaluru Urban, Karnataka
District & State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- 1500
- Founder
- Thigala Community / Kempe Gowda I
- The Dharmaraya Swamy Temple was established over 800 years ago by the Thigala community in Bengaluru's historic central district. It was expanded during the 16th century under Kempe Gowda I, the founder of Bengaluru. It is one of the few shrines in India dedicated to the Pandavas and Draupadi.
Significance
- The temple is famous as the starting point and focal site of the annual Bengaluru Karaga festival. A priest clad in traditional attire balances a floral pyramid on his head during an all-night urban procession. The sanctum enshrines Draupadi Devi alongside Dharmaraya and the Pandava brothers.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Use the split timings
Darshan is typically 06:00–12:00 and 18:00–20:30 (approx.). Plan travel to match these windows.
Prefer early-session visits
Arriving soon after opening can reduce waiting time, especially on weekends.
Keep footwear planning in mind
Be prepared for standard temple footwear rules; use designated areas as instructed on-site.
Follow local guidance
As an old city temple, space may be limited—follow queue and crowd-management instructions.
Verify festival-day changes
Festival days may have altered entry routes or timings; confirm locally before you go.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
05:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 04:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Dec–Jan • Major observance
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
A key Vishnu festival with expanded darshan participation.
Aug–Sep • Festival day
Janmashtami
Krishna devotion includes special puja and cultural observances.
Mar–Apr • Festival day
Rama Navami
Scriptural recitation and ceremonial worship mark this observance.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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