Chamundeshwari Temple (Mysore)
Chamundi Hill, Mysuru, Karnataka 570010
History & Historical Heritage
Perched atop the Chamundi Hills in Mysore, Karnataka, the Chamundeshwari Temple is a major Astadasa Shakti Peeth where Goddess Sati's hair fell. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamundeshwari (a fierce manifestation of Durga), who defeated the demon king Mahishasura on these hills, giving Mysore its name (Mahishuru). The temple has a magnificent 7-tier Dravidian Gopuram built by the Hoysala rulers in the 12th century and later expanded by the Vijayanagara and Wodeyar kings. Halfway up the hill is a massive 16-foot monolithic statue of Nandi, carved out of a single granite boulder.
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Sacred Legend (Sthala Puranam)
"Goddess Durga took the form of Chamundeshwari and engaged in a fierce battle with the buffalo-headed demon Mahishasura on these hills. After slaying him, she settled here as the protector of the region. The hill is considered sacred as the hair of Sati fell here during the Daksha sacrifice."
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Comprehensive Route Guide & Logistics
Nearest Airport
Mysore Airport (MYQ) - 15 km, Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), Bengaluru - 185 km
Local Bus Routes
Available Bus Numbers: KSRTC city bus Route 201 from Mysore suburban bus stand to Chamundi Hills
Railway Junctions & Connecting Trains
- Mysore Junction (MYS) - Major junction connected to Bangalore, Chennai, and other Indian cities.