Agara , Bengaluru - a mix of tradition and contemporary

Agara town in Bengaluru south is unique of its kind ,  having a mix of tradition and contemporary culture. Within a reach of 100 meters , more than 5 temples take us to the past till 12th century . Our team recently explored few spots of tourist interests - 

Abhaya Anjaneya Hanuman Statue 

Hanuman Statue

This esthetic 100 feet idol welcomes visitors to Agara town with its grace.  One passing by the Agara road flyover would easily catch a glimpse of the Idol. At the base of this Idol is Abhaya Anjaneya swamy temple where a 5 feet Hanuman Idol is consecrated. Temple is usually crowded during on Saturdays.

Sri Kasheeshwara swamy temple 

Shivalinga in the form of Kasheeshwara is worshipped here . Other idols include Parvathi & Ganesha. This temple is believed to be ancient existing since many centuries.  

Sri Anjaneya swamy temple

This is the original ancient Agara Hanuman temple . Idols of Hanuman , Subramanya , Ganesha are concentrated here. 

Sri Chennaraaya swamy temple 

Ancient temple - Lord Vishnu in the form of Chennaraaya swamy is worshipped here.

Durga Parameshwari temple

A recently constructed temple where Goddess parvathi in form of Durga parameshwari is worshiped

Jagannath Temple

A recently constructed temple in Oriya style.  Idols of Krishna , Balarama , Subhadra , Durga are worshiped. Also has a hall where regular poojas are conducted. Ambiance inside the temple is good for a meditation & relaxing. 

Sri Rama temple

Another ancient temple with 3 sanctums. In the main sanctum Idols of Rama , Sita , Laxmana and Bhaktha Anjaneya are worshiped. 

Srinivasa Padmavathi temple

Ancient temple has a rajagopura , Dwaja stambha & 2 sanctums. Idols of Vishnu in form of Srinivasa , Lakshmi and Padmavathi are worshiped here. 

Our team visited all these spots on a Saturday weekend . Guess what , the prasadams received in all these temples in form of Pongal , Puliogre , Curd rice just filled our menu for lunch ! If you are a person interested to visit different temples and reading culture , this is one good spot . Do visit & share your experience with us. Most of the temples are open from morning 7 to 11 AM and in evening between 6 PM to 7.30 PM

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Devarayanadurga breathtaking views

In our previous article - Temples of Devarayanadurga - different spots of pilgrimage interests were covered. In this post we share some breathtaking views of this awesome destination.

Bungalow atop - Currently police quarters

The Bungalow is one of the must visit spots atop of Devarayanadurga . This is opposite on the other side of Yoganarasimha temple . There are good roads connecting to this spot from parking area. A walk with friends enjoying the cool breeze will make it more pleasureful.

Entry inside bungalow is restricted to visitors as its currently serving as police quarters. Only with prior permission one is allowed inside . These views were taken just behind the bungalow. The wind speed was high enough to blow us out , we just managed to get back iced up even on a sunny day.

View of surrounding village

Bungalow view from Yoga Narasimha Hill

Stairs connecting to Yoganarasimha temple from hill base

Yoganarasimha hill view from hill base road

An awesome destination to visit during the monsoon to fill our heart with pleasure in midst of nature. Do visit this spot and share your experience . Keep fit , Keep travelling !!

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