What are the Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple timings today?

As per the regular schedule, Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple is open 6:30 AM–1:00 PM and 3:30 PM–6:00 PM today (Wednesday, 11 November 2026). Festival days can have extended or special hours.

What time does Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple open and close?

The temple opens at 6:30 AM. It closes at 6:00 PM.

Is Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple closed in the afternoon?

Yes. Darshan pauses from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM and resumes with the evening session at 3:30 PM.

When is the first aarti or puja at Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple?

Panchamrutha Abhisheka is at 8:00 AM.

What is the best time to visit Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple?

Weekday mornings right after darshan opens at 6:30 AM usually have the shortest queues; the evening session from 3:30 PM is the next best option. Weekends and festival days are the busiest.

Is there a dress code at Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple?

Modest clothing; shoulders and knees covered. No leather belts or footwear above the base. Steps are barefoot.

What prasadam is available at Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple?

Prasadam available at the temple includes Satvik Jain Bhojan.

Is Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple accessible for elderly and differently-abled visitors?

Difficult — 614 stone steps with no ramp; doli (palanquin) service available for elderly at a fee.

What rituals are performed daily at Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple?

Ritual foot-washing (Pada Pooja) at the base; Panchamrutha Abhisheka on festival days.

Last updated: 5 August 2026 · Verify festival-day changes with the temple before you travel.

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Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple Timings Today

Q: What are the darshan timings at Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple in Shravanabelagola, Hassan District, Karnataka?

Morning darshan: 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Evening darshan: 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM.

Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple in Shravanabelagola, Hassan District, Karnataka is open for darshan 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM and 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM every day, with the sanctum closed from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM. The temple opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 6:00 PM.

📅 Today, Wednesday, 11 November 2026: 6:30 AM–1:00 PM · 3:30 PM–6:00 PM (Open now)

Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple guide: history, how to reach & travel tips.

🕒 Opens 6:30 AM 🕘 Closes 6:00 PM 📍 Karnataka Open Now

⚠️Hours can change on festival and special ritual days.

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Divine Snapshot

Quick temple overview

Primary Deity:

Lord Bahubali (Gommateshwara)

Temple Category:

Jain Pilgrimage Site

Location:

Shravanabelagola, Hassan District, Karnataka

Full Address:

Vindhyagiri Hill, Shravanabelagola, Hassan District, Karnataka 573135

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✈️ How to reach: airport, rail, bus and travel tips are in the Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple guide.

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Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple Darshan Timings

Daily schedule · hours can change on festival days

Session	Time	Status
🙏 Morning darshan Usually busiest in the first hours	6:30 AM – 1:00 PM	Open
⏸ Afternoon break Sanctum closed between sessions	1:00 PM – 3:30 PM	Closed
🙏 Evening darshan	3:30 PM – 6:00 PM	Open

ℹ️ Step climbing allowed until 5:00 PM.

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Aarti Timings

Daily pooja & aarti schedule

Ritual / aarti	Time	Fee	Notes
Panchamrutha Abhisheka	8:00 AM	₹500	—

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Darshan Tickets

All darshan types and pricing

Darshan Type	Price	Wait Time	Booking
🆓 General Entry	Free	45–60 min (climb)	Walk-in

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Pujas & Sevas

Special rituals & seva offerings

Mahamastakabhisheka

🕐 Every 12 years

Varies

Head-anointing ceremony with milk, saffron, and gold coins

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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations

Every 12 years (last 2018, next 2030)

Mahamastakabhisheka

Grand head-anointing ceremony drawing millions; milk, saffron, and gold poured from scaffolding.

👥 Extreme crowd

📅 Festival dates change yearly per the Hindu calendar. Verify exact dates before planning your visit.

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Temple Prasadam

Sacred offerings & blessed food

Satvik Jain Bhojan

₹100

Simple vegetarian meal available at dharamshalas

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