Hasanamba Temple - The Hassan Temple That Opens Annually

Hassan, KarnatakaTEMPLE

A historic temple in Hassan that opens its doors to devotees for only two weeks a year during Deepavali, famous for its year-long burning lamp.

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1-2 hours

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Not Wheelchair Friendly

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About the Destination

Overview

The Hasanamba Temple is a unique Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Shakti, known here as Hasanamba. What makes this place truly distinct is that its doors open to the public only once a year for about two weeks during the Hindu festival of Deepavali. For the rest of the year, the sanctum remains sealed. The temple's architecture has elements of the Hoysala style, reflecting the region's rich history. Inside, the primary deity is not an idol but an anthill (Hutta) that represents the goddess.

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Location & Address

Hasanamba Temple Road, Kote, Ammeer Mohalla, Hassan, Karnataka 573201, Kote, Hassan, Karnataka, India

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Best Time to Visit

The only time to visit is during the annual temple festival, which lasts for about two weeks. This festival typically takes place around Deepavali, falling in October or November. The exact dates are announced by the district administration each year. During this period, the weather in Hassan is generally pleasant and cool, making the long wait in queues more bearable. This is the exclusive window to have a darshan of the deity and witness the associated traditions.
Peak Crowd: The entire two-week period when the temple is open (October/November), especially on the first day, last day, and on weekends.
Moderate Crowd: Not applicable, as the temple is always crowded when open.
Low Crowd: Not applicable, as the temple is closed for the majority of the year.

How to Reach

Air

The nearest major airport is Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) in Bengaluru, approximately 185 km away (4-5 hours by road). Mysore Airport (MYQ) is closer at 115 km but has limited flight connectivity.

Train

Hassan Junction Railway Station (HAS) is well-connected to major cities like Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Mangaluru. The temple is located just 2-3 km from the railway station.

Road

Hassan is well-connected by National Highways. KSRTC and private buses run frequently from Bengaluru (185 km), Mysuru (115 km), and Mangaluru (175 km). The drive from Bengaluru takes about 3-4 hours.

Local Transport

Auto-rickshaws are the most common mode of local transport within Hassan city. During the festival, special arrangements and fixed fares are often put in place for visiting the temple.