Bangalore wasiyon! Did you know that the city has a temple dedicated to the Sun god in the city and it is one of the rarest temples in the country? Well, if you did not, keep reading to know more and plan a visit now.
From temples of Lord Ganesh to Lord Shiva, Bangalore is home to hundreds of gorgeous temples that promise solace to the troubled souls and peace to the devotees. However, amongst this sea of temples lies one of the rarest temples in India.
We are talking about the glorious Shri Suryanarayana Swamy Temple of Bangalore. Constructed in 1995 by Patel DR Krishna Reddy, the temple is considered to be one of the very few temples dedicated to Lord Sun in India. Made entirely out of granite, the Shri Suryanarayana Swamy Temple boasts of a rich Chola style of architecture. The intricate carvings and the life-like sculptures on the exterior are absolutely breathtaking.
The temple has a 3.25 feet high Suryanarayan idol that was brought from Badrinath and just beneath the idol you can find idols of Kashyapa and Aditi. Besides Lord Sun, you can also find idols of Vaishnavi, Brahma, Nagaraja, Ugra Narasimha, Saraswathi and Panchamukhi Ganesh outside the sanctum. The temple is truly a sight for the sore eyes and the ambience of the place can put you in a zen mode instantly.
Furthermore, to keep the devotees involved and stay connected with them, the temple administration organises an eight-day festival – Brahmotsava which attracts devotees from all around the country. What is even more fascinating is their annual fair held on Rathasapthami Day when a ginormous, 32-feet-tall chariot is brought into the premises and thousands of pilgrims put in all their strength to pull it.
Imagine the grandeur of the event! So, next time you feel lost or just want to bow your head in front of the almighty, head to this rarest of the rare temple right here in the city.
Where: Krishna Reddy Colony, Domlur Layout, Airport Road
When: 8 am to 12 am and 5 pm to 8.30 pm
Information Source: The Times of India and Native Planet
Picture Credit: Google
Source: Whats Hot Bangalore
