Kote Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple
About Kote Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple
Kote Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple, also known as Kote Sri Anjaneya Swami Gudi, is one of the oldest and most prominent Hanuman temples in Mysuru. Located near the northern gate of Mysuru Palace at Jayarama Gate/Chamaraja Circle, the temple is deeply respected by locals and visitors for its spiritual significance and calm, powerful atmosphere.
The temple is associated with a beautiful idol of Lord Anjaneya and a striking 40-foot Garuda gamba in front of the shrine, illuminated at the top. According to local tradition, the deity is believed to bless devotees and is especially revered on Amavasya days, when special poojas are performed. Many devotees also visit to seek blessings for new vehicles and for relief from ailments, and the temple is known for attracting worshippers from different communities.
What to expect: a busy but devotional temple environment, morning and evening darshan, prayer offerings, and a heritage setting close to Mysuru Palace. It is a meaningful stop for those interested in temple architecture, local faith traditions, and Mysuru’s living religious culture.
Jayarama Gate, Chamaraja Cir, Agrahara, Chamrajpura, Mysuru, Karnataka 570001, India
Moderately crowded; busier on amavasya, Hanuman Jayanti, and evenings
How RutMe scores this
Kote Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple is a deeply revered Hanuman temple in the heart of Mysuru, offering a compact but meaningful spiritual stop near the northern gate of Mysuru Palace. Its old-world setting, devotional energy, and strong local traditions make it especially appealing for travelers seeking an authentic glimpse into the city’s living faith culture. The temple is best experienced during morning or evening darshan, when the atmosphere feels calm yet active with prayer and offerings. Special Amavasya poojas, the prominent Garuda gamba, and its reputation for blessings related to health and new vehicles add to its local significance. It is free to visit, family-friendly, and easy to combine with nearby heritage sightseeing, though crowds can build during festivals and peak prayer hours.
- +Free entry and short visit duration make it very budget-friendly
- +Strong cultural and spiritual significance with authentic local devotion
- +Family-friendly, senior-friendly, and easy to pair with palace-area sightseeing
- –Can get crowded during Amavasya, Hanuman Jayanti, and evenings
- –Limited accessibility for wheelchair users and limited parking nearby
Suggested itinerary
Arrive at the temple near Chamaraja Circle and enter through the main gate. Remove footwear and prepare for darshan in a traditional temple setting close to Mysuru Palace.
Visit the main sanctum for darshan of Lord Hanuman and observe the temple’s devotional atmosphere. Many devotees come for blessings, peace of mind, and special prayers.
Notice the 40-foot Garuda gamba in front of the temple and the temple’s heritage surroundings. The site is especially lively during Amavasya and Hanuman Jayanti.
What's included
- ✓Temple darshan
- ✓Access to the temple परिसर and shrines
- ✕Special pooja charges or offerings
Opening hours
| Monday | 07:30:00 – 21:30:00 | Typical timings from source: 7:30 AM–12:30 PM and 5:30 PM–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 07:30:00 – 21:30:00 | Typical timings from source: 7:30 AM–12:30 PM and 5:30 PM–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 07:30:00 – 21:30:00 | Typical timings from source: 7:30 AM–12:30 PM and 5:30 PM–9:30 PM |
| Thursday · Today | 07:30:00 – 21:30:00 | Typical timings from source: 7:30 AM–12:30 PM and 5:30 PM–9:30 PM |
| Friday | 07:30:00 – 21:30:00 | Typical timings from source: 7:30 AM–12:30 PM and 5:30 PM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 06:00:00 – 22:00:00 | Typical timings from source: 6:00 AM–11:00 AM and 5:30 PM–10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 07:30:00 – 21:30:00 | Typical timings from source: 7:30 AM–12:30 PM and 5:30 PM–9:30 PM |
Show timings
| Monday | 07:30 – 12:30 | Morning Darshan |
| Monday | 17:30 – 21:30 | Evening Darshan |
| Saturday | 06:00 – 11:00 | Morning Darshan |
| Saturday | 17:30 – 22:00 | Evening Darshan |
