Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple — Timings 2026

Complete schedule of darshan, aarti, sevas, festivals and prasadam details.

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

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Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple

Accommodation near Gommateshwara Bahubali Temple

Comfortable stays close to the temple — starting from ₹950

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days
Session Timings Status Notes
🛕 Temple Opening
6:30 AM
Open
General days
🙏 Morning Darshan
6:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Open
Best before 9 AM
⏸ Afternoon Break
Between sessions
Closed
Rituals & cleaning
🙏 Evening Darshan
3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Open
🔒 Temple Closing
6:00 PM
Closed
â„šī¸ Step climbing allowed until 5:00 PM.
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Aarti Timings

Daily pooja & aarti schedule
Panchamrutha Abhisheka
Time : 8:00 AM
Price : ₹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.
đŸ‘Ĩ 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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How to Reach

Nearest transport options

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Nearest Airport:

Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (165 km, ~2.5 hrs by road)

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Nearest Railway:

Hassan Railway Station (50 km, ~1 hr by bus/taxi)

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Nearest Bus Stop:

Shravanabelagola Bus Stand (1 km walk to hill base)

Frequently Asked Questions