So, the temple is located in Jayanagar 9th Block, right in the heart of South Bangalore. It’s dedicated to Lord Hanuman, and the story goes that this hill was formed from a heap of ragi (finger millet) that turned sacred β hence the name Ragigudda.
The main idol of Hanuman sits majestically on top of the hill, and below youβll find shrines for Lord Rama, Sita, Lakshmana, and also Shiva, Parvati, and Ganesha. What I really loved is how clean and well-maintained the temple is, and the volunteers are genuinely helpful and kind.
π°οΈ Ragigudda Temple Timings 2025
Here are the temple timings I noted during my visit:
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Morning: 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM
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Evening: 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM
They close the doors between 11:30 AM and 5 PM, so plan your visit accordingly. I personally loved the evening aarti β the glow of the lamps and the bhajans playing made it really special.
ποΈ On festival days like Hanuman Jayanti or Rama Navami, timings may be extended for special events.
π Aarti Schedule & Poojas
Daily Aarti:
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Suprabhata Seva: 8:00 AM (the temple opens with beautiful chants)
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Mangala Aarti & Alankara: 9:00 to 10:30 AM
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Evening Aarti: Around 6:30 PM β the best time to sit quietly and soak in the energy
Special Days:
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Tuesdays & Saturdays β Hanuman Abhishekam is performed in the morning, and the vibe is super devotional
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Sundays & Ekadashi β They perform Sri Rama Pattabhishekam and Sahasranama Archana
π« Best Time to Visit Ragigudda Temple
If you’re like me and prefer peaceful darshan without too much crowd, then:
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Weekdays, especially mornings are calm and perfect
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Evenings (around 6 PM) feel more devotional with the aarti going on and the lamps being lit β itβs just beautiful
Iβd suggest avoiding Sunday evenings if youβre not a fan of crowds.
π§£ Dress Code & Rules
While thereβs no official dress code, most people wear traditional Indian attire β sarees, salwar suits, dhotis, or simple kurtas. It’s more about showing respect than any strict rule.
A few quick tips:
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Donβt wear shorts or revealing clothes
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No leather belts or bags inside
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Phones are allowed, but no photography near the deities
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Remove your footwear at the base before climbing up
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Be ready to climb around 60β70 steps β itβs not too tough, but good to know!
π How to Reach Ragigudda Temple
The temple is very accessible and right in the city. Hereβs how you can get there:
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Nearest Metro: RV Road Metro Station (Green Line) β just about 1.5 km away
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By Auto or Cab: Super easy from any part of Bangalore β just type “Ragigudda Temple” on Google Maps
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Parking: Paid parking is available at the base for both cars and two-wheelers
π« Entry Fee & Seva Details
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Darshan Entry: Free for everyone
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Special Sevas (like Abhishekam, Archana, etc.): Tickets available at the counter, starting from βΉ50 to βΉ300 depending on what you choose
π Festivals & Special Days in 2025
Keep an eye out for these days β the temple is beautifully decorated and filled with spiritual energy:
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Hanuman Jayanti: 14 April 2025 (tentative) β Grand celebrations with Rathotsava & Annadanam
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Rama Navami: 10 April 2025
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Ugadi: 30 March 2025
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Diwali & Dussehra: The temple lights up in a special way during these festivals
πββοΈ FAQs β Ragigudda Temple Bangalore
β’ What are Ragigudda Temple darshan timings in 2025?
β Morning: 8 AM to 11:30 AM | Evening: 5 PM to 8:30 PM
β’ Is there aarti every day?
β Yes, both morning and evening aarti are performed daily.
β’ When is the best time to visit?
β Weekday mornings or during evening aarti around 6:30 PM.
β’ How to reach Ragigudda Temple from Majestic?
β Take the metro (Green Line) to RV Road, then a quick auto ride.
β’ Is photography allowed?
β Only outside the temple β not near the inner sanctum.
If youβre planning to visit Ragigudda Temple in 2025, I hope this guide helps you make the most of it. Whether you go alone or with family, it’s a place that fills your heart with peace. If youβve already been there, let me know in the comments what your experience was like! And if you want more such temple visit tips, darshan timings, or pooja schedules, keep following templetimings.in π