Sri Dakshinamukha Nandi Tirtha Kalyaani Kshetra - Hindu temple in Bengaluru - Bengaluru Urban, India

A very beautiful and surreal experience. The history of the temple was so unique that I had to visit this temple to witness the beauty of it . I have captured a few pics and videos of the temple, although it doesn't give justice to the experience I had. A must visit temple in Bangalore .

One of the oldest temple of Bengaluru, this temple has a great history . I felt very peaceful even though it was crowded. Very Divinely. When in Bengaluru, must visit.

To know the rich cultural heritage of Bangalore you have to visit the older quarters of this historic city. In Malleswaram located in northwestern part of the city you will find a cluster of temples in the middle of the busy market selling many varieties of vegetables, flowers, banana leaves, fruits and whatnot. A complete change from the dusty, crowded multi-storied buildings of I.T. hub. Small houses with tiny windows in the narrow lanes will make you remember the olden times. It is the locality where many Tamil Brahmin families settled. So we feel a clear resemblance to that of a small colony in a town. We saw a small entrance with the idol of a big Nandi on the top of the western entrance. As we entered we saw a small pond in the center within an enclosure. Nobody is allowed to wash their limbs there. We saw many black turtles and white fish in the crystal-clear water. A corridor with many pillars is seen at an elevated level around the pond. A stream of water flows from the mouth of a stone idol of south-facing Nandi perched on a higher level. Just below a Shiva Linga is seen over which water falls from a brass vessel hung over the idol. The stream of water from Nandi's mouth flowing through a pipe and falling into the vessel over the Shiva Linga collects into the water tank (called Kalyani in Kannada). The water from Kalyani is evacuated into the open well outside the temple. This water is considered very pure with herbal properties and is taken as holy teertham by devotees. Nobody knows the origin of this water flow. It might be a natural spring behind from where water is flowing through Nandi's mouth. On the left side of Shiva Linga the shrine of Ganesh is seen and a Navagraha platform is found on the right side. Just behind Nandi's idol the figures of Lord Shiva with Parvati, Ganesha and Subrahmanya are engraved on gold-coated brass panels. In many temples Nandi is seen at a lower level facing Shiva Linga. But here Nandi is seen above the Shiva Linga. This temple is considered to be a part of the nearby Kadu Malleswara temple. According to Archeological Survey of India, this Nandi Teertha Kalyani temple was built in 17th century in Maratha style without any decorative designs. The Maratha king, Venkoji, stepbrother of Shivaji built this temple. The temple is below ground level and has no gopuram or tower. For many years it was buried under mud. In 1990's when construction work was started, it was discovered by chance. No changes or additions were made to this temple except the western entrance with a huge idol of Nandi on the top of the arch. A beautiful garden with many shady trees adds charm to this historic temple. The temple timings are from 7.30 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. and from 5.00 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. Many special poojas are held during Maha Shiva Rathri and during Kartik month.

Over 400 year old Lord Shiva temple situated in Malleshwaram. This place has my soul. It was very soothing environment with a small pond in middle of the temple where lots of tortoise and fishes are also there. Visit and spend few minutes.

Very serene and wonderful atmosphere. You can spend some time watching the Nandi and fish/turtles in the pond. The temple was found while excavation of foundations. Water coming from Nandi mouth has its own source and flows 24x7x365. They could not establish the source till date. Loved it.

Nice temple once you enter you will feel peaceful,Very serene and wonderful atmosphere. You can spend some time watching the Nandi and fish/turtles in the pond. The temple was found while excavation of foundations. Water coming from Nandi mouth has its own source and flows 24x7x365. They could not establish the source till date. Loved it.

This temple is present in Malleswaram. If you are present in Malleswaram for street shopping then this is walkable distance from 8th cross Malleswaram market. Very unique and you feel positivity after entering to temple. Morning 8 to 11 and evening 5 to 8 temple is open. There is "kund" in front of lord Shiva where turtles,fishes are present. Nearby this temple another 2-3 temple is present.

Visited the temple 2nd time after 10 years..and feel like there is no mutch change. It's located near malleshwaram market. Really good experience. There are other few temple vand parking vspace is available.