Saturday, 25 March 2017

5 Pinnacles of religious Category in Bengaluru


1) ISKCON Temple:

The ISKCON Temple Popularly called as Hare Krishna Hill temple is located in north Bengaluru at Rajaji Nagar and is well connected to rest of city through various modes of transport.

Where is the temple located ??
Temple is located at Rajaji Nagar and Google maps location is ISKCON temple Location.


ISKCON Bangalore
Hare Krishna Hill, Chord Road, Rajaji Nagar, 1st R Block, Rajaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560010

How to Reach ??

Temple is well connected to Bangalore and other parts of Karnataka and you can either come by your own vehicle or can hire taxi or auto. Even BMTC and KSRTC buses also drop you at temple. You can get the bus Nos. by clicking @  way to reach ISKCON temple rajajinagar.

What are the timings of temple ??

The best timings to visit ISKCON temple are below:

Everyday Morning : 4:15 am to 5:00 am

Monday to Friday :  Morning - 7:15 am to 1:00 pm
                                 Evening - 4:15 pm to 8:15 pm


Saturdays, Sundays & Public Holidays :  7:15 am to 8:15 pm

Why should one visit  ??

1) well maintained - Neat and clean
2) The unique combination of glass and gopuram represents a fusion between majestic traditional styles and bold new aesthetics.
3)The spacious main temple hall has a beautiful gold plated altar, attractive interior designs and ceiling with huge paintings depicting the pastimes of Lord Krishna with His devotees.


2) Gurudwara Guru Singh Sabha


Gurudwara Guru Singh is located on the Banks of picturesque Ulsoor Lake. The sprawling white building is well known among Bangalorean's especially Sikhs.

Where is it located ??

Gurudwara is located on Kensington road also popularly called s Gurudwara road and can be reached from all four sides. The Google map location of this place is gurudwara Guru Singh Location.

Kensington Road Ulsoor Bengaluru ,Karnataka - 560008

How to Reach ??

You can either use your own vehicle or you can make use of Metro or BMTC and KSRT Buses and below are the links of metro route map and google maps using which you can reach this place.
Namma Metro -  Bangalore Metro Route Map
Google Maps -Google Maps

What are the timings of Gurudawara ??

The best time to visit Gurudwara are listed below:

Monday to Saturday - 3:30 am to 7:30 am (Morning)
                                       6:15 pm to 8:30 pm (Evening)
Sunday - 3:15 am to 2:30 pm
                6:15 pm to 8:30 pm
Special Kirtans are also organised on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in regular timings.

What is the Uniqueness ??
  • Guru ka langar on every Sundays.
  • Beautifully Constructed and located and also providing facilities for staying and Education. 
3) Jamia Masjid 

The oldest masjid of Garden City.Located in Busy KR(Krishnarajpuram) market and known for Architectural Designs.

Where is it located ??

It is located in KR Market and this market is very busy throughout the week.The Map location of Juma Masjid is Location of Jamia Masjid KR Market.

How to Reach ??

KR Market is well connected to rest of Bangalore and BMTC bus stand is very near by to Masjid and you can travel by own vehicle.Google map link below can help you get the bus Nos.also from your area to reach here.

What are the Timings ??

There are No specified timings but best time to visit is after 5:30 am in Mornings and till 8:30 am in evening.

What is the Uniqueness ??
  • Oldest Masjid of Bangalore
  • Known for its Architecture
  • Mughal style of construction 
  • Dedicated to Tipu sultan
  • The religious monument is popular for its facade, embellished with elaborate jali-work and floral motifs. 
  • Jumma Masjid comprises twin ornamented minarets that end in spherical domes. 


4) St. Mary's Basilica

St Mary's Church is the oldest church and built by Rev. Fr. Kleiner. located right in the heart of Bangalore (Shivaji Nagar).


Where is it located ?

Located in the central part of Bangalore, Shivaji nagar walkable distance from the BMTC bus stop.  Locate it right here

Mass Timings

During Monday to Friday  
06:00 English
06:45 Tamil
08:30 Mon, Tue & Fri Tamil
08:30 Wed Kannada
08:30 Thu English
11:00 Tamil
06:45 Tamil
10:00 Tamil (English on First Sat)
11:15 English (Tamil on First Sat)
18:00 Tamil


On Weekends
06:00 English
07:00 Tamil
08:00 Tamil
09:15 Kannada
11:00 Tamil
18:00 English


What is the Uniqueness ??

  • St. Mary’s Basilica is a spacious gothic Church,  designed by a French architect and built in the  form of a Cross.
  • A beautiful 6 feet statue of Mother Mary holding child Jesus is remarkable.
  • One of the oldest and spiritual church in town, which was build during 1970s.
  • The annual Mary Feast happens during September, preparation to the feast 9 days novena is observed, where the holly masses are celebrated, during these days around 5 PM lakhs of people will be gathered to witness the flag post and join in the singing the praise of Mary.
  • On the feast day which is 8th of September, people not only from Bangalore but also from all over India will be gathered. In the evening a grand chariot carrying the 6 feet statue of Mother Mary draped in wonderful silk saree along with spectacular illumination and decorations, is carried on the streets of Shivaji nagar and around the locality. Make sure you visit during the feast and witness the beauty!