Navratri 2022: Top 11 Powerful Goddess Temples in Bengaluru..!

We can see many temples in Bangalore. Especially the goddess temples are given special importance. Which are the Devi Temples in Bangalore? Do you know which goddess temples in Bangalore should be visited during Navratri?

Devi, in feminine form, is very kind but when it comes to power we think of Devi as a tiger. In India and Hindu culture, the feminine has always been given great importance and no ritual here is complete without her presence. In this land, in order to consider the feminine energy referred to as ‘Shakti’, temples have been built, each of them having its own significance. Bangalore is a land of rich history and culture and the city has many temples dedicated to the Goddess. Today’s article let us know about some popular and powerful goddess temples in Bangalore.

Shree Chowdeshwari Temple

Sri Choudeshwari has many places but the one at Mattikere is popular among all. Sri Chaudeswari is said to be a manifestation of Goddess Parvati and according to legends she incarnated to kill a demon. During Navratri, people visit this temple to perform Ayudha Puja and Vahana Puja and it is related to faith and tradition.

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 266T, 269B, 275C

18, 1A Cross Rd, Gokula 1st Stage, HMT Layout, Mathikere, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560054

https://goo.gl/maps/RbZcQ82H4Wtdz86A7

Shri Annamma Devi Temple

During Kempegowda’s time, Sri Annamma Devi was considered the guardian deity of Bangalore. It is one of the most powerful abodes of the Goddess due to its spiritual powers and rituals. It is believed that the goddess came as a saviour during smallpox and deadly attacks on the people. The temple has a small sanctum sanctorum and a rock carving of the goddess. The Annamma Devi temple is famous for the Karaga festival held in the city during the month of Chaitra. It is a place where newborn babies are brought for the blessings of the Goddess. Here people religiously visit the temple before proceeding with their married life. As such, this ancient temple is the spiritual centre of the city, which is believed to fulfil the beliefs of the people who come into the presence of the Goddess

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 300H

290/7, 1st Cross Rd, Lakshmamma Layout, Banaswadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560043

Shri Maha Pratyangira Devi Temple

This is one of the mystical goddess temples in Bangalore, dedicated to the form of the goddess known to combat black magic. She is known as Pratyangira Devi or Narasimhika. She adorns herself in the form of half human and half lion. The goddess here is worshipped through a technique called Meru Tantra. This temple is located in Subrahmanyapura, Bangalore.

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 210N, 210E, 210NP, 210WA

Metro from Majestic: Doddakallasandra

Swami Vivekananda Rd, Jayanagar housing society layout, Subramanyapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560061

Shri Gangamma Devi Temple

Gangamma Devi Temple, located near the Kadu Malleswaram Temple in Malleswaram, Bengaluru, is the abode of Mother Ganga, who is considered the incarnation of Shakti. Thousands of devotees gather here to witness the annual Gangamma fair and during Navratri, the temple attracts devotees from all walks of life.

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 253J, 258, 258C, 258F, 276B

2nd Temple Street, Vyalikaval, Kodandarampura, Malleswaram, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560003

Shri Nimishamba Devi Temple

Built of red laterite stone in the traditional Parasurama Kshetra architecture, this is one of the rarest Devi temples you will see in India. It is dedicated to Nimishamba Devi, a form of Durga along with the powerful Sri Chakra. The temple has smaller shrines dedicated to Mauktikeshwara (Shiva), Siddhi Vinayaka, Lakshmi Narayana and Saraswati within its premises. This temple is located in Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bangalore.

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 225C, 225CA

Ideal Homes Circle, 93, 12th Cross Rd, Ideal Homes Twp, RR Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560098

Patalamma Devi Temple

It is a 400-year-old temple in Basavanagudi, Bangalore, dedicated to Patalamma, an incarnation of Goddess Durga. Patalamma is the village deity of 20 villages like Yediyur, Siddapur, Kanakanapalya, Nagasandra and others. She is one of the seven extraordinary sisters worshipped by the Dravidians. It is said that the goddess here appeared in the form of Swayambhu. Hence, she is called Patalamma. Patala means underworld and Amma means mother.

No 4, Patalamma Temple Road, Near South End Circle Basavanagudi, Bengaluru

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 15E,15G,31,210AA,V-15E

Metro from Majestic: South End Circle

Sri Banashankari Devi Temple

One of the most popular temples in the city where Goddess Banashankari is worshipped as an idol. This Devi temple is so powerful that the energy here will make you glow in devotional ecstasy. Another thing that will surprise you about this temple is that worship is done here during Rahukala. Generally, this time is considered inauspicious for worship and prayers.

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 215R

Metro from Majestic: Banashankari

Kanakapura Rd, Sarbandapalya, Banashankari Temple Ward, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560070

Plague Amma Temple

There is a Plague Amman temple in Thyagarajanagara, Bangalore, dedicated to eradicating plague and smallpox. Although it is Goddess Rajarajeshwari, her health problems have complained when millions of people visited this temple seeking a cure for the plague. For this reason, the goddess here is known as ‘Plague Amma’.

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 210E,210N,210WA,215NA,15E,15G,210AA,215R

17th C Cross Rd, Thyagaraja Nagar, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004

Shri Muthyalamma Devi Temple

The history of Muthyalamma temple remembers the rescue of thousands of plague patients. This goddess is considered the village deity here. A temple was established here to ward off diseases like plague, pox and cholera. The temple is also popular for the annual Muthyalamma festival, celebrated with all pomp and devotion.

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 302A, 302B

Cello Platina, Near, 24, Muthyalamma, Anjaneya Temple Street, Seppings Rd, Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001

Sri Raja Rajeshwari Temple

The area named after this temple is one of the most popular temples in the city where Goddess Rajeshwari is worshipped as an idol. History says that Sri Tiruchi Swami enshrined the goddess and today this temple is also known as Gnana Kashi Rajeshwari Temple.

The temple has a serene atmosphere and the tall tower gives a fascinating experience to the devotees. As you enter the temple, a lotus-shaped well greets you, followed by an entrance tower flanked by lions. In the inner sanctum sanctorum of the temple, one can see the deity idol of Sri Rajarajeshwari resplendent with jewels.

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 225C, 225CA

Rajarajeshwari Temple Rd, Kenchenhalli, RR Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560098

Shri Muthu Mariamma Temple

The two-decade-old temple is one of the most crowded temples you will see in Bangalore. It is said to be the most powerful abode of Mariamma, a form of Durga followed by thousands. During Navratri, both eyes can’t wait to witness this temple resplendent in its religious beauty. On Fridays and Tuesdays, special pujas are performed and people visit this temple like the ocean.

BMTC Bus From Majestic: Bus Number 308A, KBS-12HK, KBS-13K

Tin Factory, Old Madras Road, Bangalore