Temple

Chamarajashwara is a historical and ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located at Chamarajanagar, Karnataka. The  temple was built in 1826 AD by Mummadi Krishna Raja Wodeyar in the memory of his father Sri Jayachamarajendra Wodeyar. Mummadi Krishna Raja Wodeyar installed the Chamarajeswara Linga in this temple.

Legend

The temple was built by Mummadi Krishna Raja Wodeyar in the memory of his father Sri Jayachamarajendra Wodeyar in 1826 AD.

Architecture

The more than 70 feet height five storey Rajagopuram with five glittering brass "Kalasha" facing east is a wonderful specimen of the south Indian style of Hoysala architecture. The temple has big stage on either side in front of the temple. The stage witnesses the Cultural Utsav during the special occasions. There are carvings of Lord Ganesha at left and Goddess Chamundeshwari at right on either side of the main entrance of the temple. The temple has a sanctum sanctorum or a garba griha, an open pillared hall or a muukha mandapa and a Nandi mandapa. These mandapas have carved images of gods and goddesses.

Darsan Info

The temple opens at 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM and from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Darsan Dresscode

Devotees are advised to dress appropriately.

Famous Festival

Maha Rathotsava
Girija Kalyana
Shivarathri

Culture

Karnataka, the IT hub of Indian Subcontinent, like every other destination, has its own
distinctive characteristics. The contribution of Karnataka to the composite culture of
India is no way inferior to that of any other region of India. Its contribution in the
fields of art, music, religion and philosophy are exemplary. The culture of Karnataka is
so vibrant that it adds new flavor to its very existence. Chamarajashwara temple had been a great devotional concern of people of Chamarajanagar and surrounding villages over the years.

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Temple Rituals

Abhisheka Timings
Morning - 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM
Evening -  6:00 PM

Special Rituals

Every year in Aashaada month, Maha Rathotsava is held at the temple. Girija Kalyana is performed every year in the month of June. Special pujas are held during the Shivarathri.

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