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Built under King Narasimha III, the temple narrates stories from the Mahabharata and Ramayana through thousands of detailed carvings.

A Legacy of the Hoysala Empire

How to Reach

Located 35 km from Mysore, take a KSRTC bus to Bannur (₹20–30) and a shared tuk-tuk for 9 km. From Bangalore, travel via Mysore or Mandya.

The Somnathpur Temple is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The entry fee is ₹10 for Indian visitors and ₹300 for foreign tourists.

Entry Timings & Tickets

October–March for pleasant weather. April–May can be hot, while June–September brings monsoon showers.

Best Time to Visit

Somnathpur has no hotels or restaurants, so carry snacks and water. Mysore, with hotels like Mansion 1907, Zostel, and Roambay Hostel, is the best place to stay.

Things to Be Careful Of

You can find the Somnathpur Temple  on Google Maps using the following link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/3s2aL4kFFv5jqsvF9

Google Maps Location

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