What are the opening and closing times for Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple in Sigandur, Sagar, Karnataka, Karnataka?

Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 6:00 PM. Timings can change on festival days; confirm with the temple office before you travel.

What are the darshan timings at Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple in Sigandur, Sagar, Karnataka, Karnataka?

Published darshan windows on this page: morning: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, evening: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Queues and session lengths vary by day and season.

When does the first puja or darshan start at Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple?

Praat Aarti is listed at 7:00 AM on this page’s schedule. Timings can shift without notice; see the note at the top of this page.

Can I visit Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple on a Sunday afternoon?

Sundays follow the same published hours as other days unless the temple posts a special notification. Afternoon often falls between morning and evening darshan; this page lists evening darshan as 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Sundays are usually busier than weekdays—arrive earlier and allow extra time for queues and security.

Is there a dress code for visiting the temple?

Traditional attire preferred. Suitable clothing for boat journey and island temple visit.

Is prasada available at the temple?

Yes, prasada is available at the temple. Available items include: Kumkum, Prasad

Is the temple accessible for people with disabilities?

Island temple accessible only by boat. Limited accessibility for elderly and disabled due to water transport.

What rituals are performed daily?

Island goddess worship rituals, boat journey ceremonial practices, water-blessed prayers, peaceful meditation traditions

Last updated: 25 May 2026 · Editorial summary; verify with the temple before you travel.

🛕 Goddess Chowdeshwari

Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple Timings 2026

Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple in Sigandur, Sagar, Karnataka, Karnataka. Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 6:00 PM on usual days. Darshan windows: morning: 6:00 AM – 1:00 PM, evening: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Schedules may change on festival days.

Darshan, aarti, tickets & seva schedules. Full temple profile for history, travel & more.

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

⚠️Timings may change due to festivals, special rituals, or temple administration decisions. Please verify with temple authorities before your visit.

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Accommodation near Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple

Comfortable stays close to the temple — starting from ₹950

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Divine Snapshot

Quick temple overview

Primary Deity:

Goddess Chowdeshwari

Temple Category:

Goddess Temple

Location:

Sigandur, Sagar, Karnataka

Full Address:

Sigandur Chowdeshwari Temple, Sigandur Island, Sagar Taluk, Shimoga District, Karnataka 577401, India

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✈️ How to reach (airport, rail, bus, travel tips) lives on the main temple page so directions are not duplicated here.

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days

Session	Start time	End time	Typical status	Notes
🛕 Temple opening	6:00 AM	—	Open	General days
🙏 Morning darshan	6:00 AM	1:00 PM	Open	Often busiest before mid-morning
⏸ Midday / afternoon	—	—	Closed	Between morning & evening darshan (rituals & cleaning)
🙏 Evening darshan	2:00 PM	6:00 PM	Open
🔒 Temple closing	—	6:00 PM	Closed

ℹ️ Sigandur, Sagar, Karnataka. Island temple on Sharavathi backwaters. Accessible by boat only. Boat times depend on water level.
📅 Boat timings depend on water levels and weather. Plan journey early.

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Aarti Timings

Daily pooja & aarti schedule

Ritual / aarti	Time	Fee	Notes
Praat Aarti	7:00 AM	Free	Morning worship.
Madhyanha Aarti	12:00 PM	Free	Midday.
Sandhya Aarti	5:30 PM	Free	Evening lamps.

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Darshan Tickets

All darshan types and pricing

Darshan Type	Price	Wait Time	Booking
🆓 General Darshan Free entry.	Free	10–30 min	Walk-in (by boat)
🚤 Boat Ride Mandatory — only access is by boat.	₹30 – ₹100 per person	10–20 min boat ride	Boat operator at ghat

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Pujas & Sevas

Special rituals & seva offerings

Kumkumarchana

🕐 All day

₹51 – ₹301

Archana for Chowdeshwari.

Abhishekam

🕐 Morning

₹300 – ₹2,000

Sacred bath of Goddess.

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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations

Varies (Lunar calendar)

Chowdeshwari Jayanti

Birthday of Goddess — boats fill up, plan very early.

👥 Very High crowd 📅 1 day

September / October

Navaratri

9-day festival.

👥 High crowd 📅 9 days

📅 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

Kumkum

Free

From Goddess worship.

Prasad

₹20 – ₹50

Temple sweets.

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