Chamundi Hills & Chamundeshwari Temple

Chamundi Hills, Mysuru

About This Attraction

Religious

Offering panoramic views over Mysuru, this hilltop is crowned by the historic Chamundeshwari Temple and features a massive Nandi statue midway up the 1,008-step climb.

Visit Information

Visit Duration

3-4 hours

Timings

Darshan usually has split sessions; please confirm before visiting

Location

Chamundi Hills, Mysuru

Entry Fee

Free

Best Time

October to February

Photography

Allowed (charges may apply)

Highlights

Temple

Trekking

Views

Religious

Photography

Nearby Attractions

Lalitha Mahal Palace

Mysuru Palace

Brindavan Gardens

Location & Directions

Chamundi Hills, Mysuru

About 12 km by road from central Mysuru; city buses and taxis serve Chamundi Hill. The Nandi statue is on the hill road.

How to Get There:

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Opening hours

Darshan usually has split sessions; please confirm before visiting

Visit Tips

• Dress modestly for darshan.

• The official tourism listing describes split darshan sessions; check the temple before travel.

• Use the hill road or the 1,008-step route only in daylight and carry water.

Please confirm before visiting: darshan sessions and special-darshan arrangements change on festival days.

Information checked: 11 October 2026

Last updated: 11 October 2026

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