Himavad Gopalaswamy Temple

The temple is filled with positivity. This is a mountaintop location where people come to meditate and immerse themselves in nature. The atmosphere is peaceful and calming, and provides a sense of spiritual renewal. The temple has become a popular spot for people to reconnect with nature and themselves. I love the food they offer too. It's made with natural ingredients and has a nice, healthy vibe. The staff and volunteers are friendly and welcoming, and everyone is willing to help with any questions or needs.

It is a hilltop temple and it has a breath taking views.. The private vehicle are not allowed to go to temple. we need to take KSRTC bus from the bottom as shuttle service .The climate really cool, sometimes fog appear and we getting cool breeze every time. The elephant visit are there in temple during evening time. The view from the temple was really amazing. The best place to visit with family.

Private vehicles not allowed to the hilltop, KSRTC buses will start service from 8:30am and end at 4:00pm.. place is most of the times covered from mist and fog that gives its name.. parking available in hill base.. sightings of elephants and dears, tigers are seen but very rare .. awesome place for nature lovers

Visiting Himavad Gopalaswamy Temple was an awe-inspiring experience! Perched atop a hill, the temple offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes. The serene ambiance and spiritual vibes make the journey worthwhile. The KSRCT bus service to the hilltop adds convenience and adventure to the trip. The temple's architecture and peaceful surroundings make it a must-visit for both spiritual seekers and nature enthusiasts. Don't miss the chance to soak in the beauty and tranquility this place has to offer.

Wonderful place to visit, where you need to reach the destination earlier in the morning but we had reached the place at 10am and waited for more than 1hr to get the ticket for going to the temple which is on top of the mountain.
You can't take your vehicle's to top of the mountain, you have parking place to park the vehicle near the entrance and KSRTC Buses are present to travel to the top of mountain. The bus ticket price is Rs.60 per person.

*Carrying plastic water bottle to the mountain top is prohibited.

Must visit place. Very calm, neat and pleasant. Just because they don’t allow private vehicles to the temple. You have to park your vehicle and take bus from checkpoint till the temple.

Waiting time for bus would be 1-2 hours depends on how much early you reach.

Bus timings starts from 9:30 Am to 5:30 Pm

I had the privilege of visiting the Himavad Gopalaswamy Temple recently, and it was a truly awe-inspiring experience. The temple is perched atop a hill, offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding mountains. The weather, with its cool mist and fog, adds a magical touch to the whole experience.

One thing to note is that private vehicles are not allowed to the top of the hill, but the government-provided bus ride is a part of the adventure. It ensures the safety and preservation of the natural beauty of the area.

However, I would strongly recommend planning your visit on a weekday if possible. The weekends tend to get crowded, leading to long waiting queues and a less serene atmosphere. The tranquility of the place can be somewhat overshadowed by the rush of visitors.

In summary, the Himavad Gopalaswamy Temple offers a spectacular view, especially during the misty weather. To fully enjoy the tranquility and avoid crowds, a weekday visit is highly advisable, making it a truly memorable experience.

Situated in small hill top. Swamy is so beautiful; Small but age-old temple. You have reach this temple from the bottom of the hill by a government bus only. You have to park your vehicle at down. Lot of parking place. Climate will be always cloudy.

Place is good. Lord Krishna also looking amazing. Elephant had appeared next to temple. I visited in the month of October.
The climate was changing for every half an hour like it sunny, rainy and clear.

When we go up. Its too good environment and temple is also mesmerizing. Take jackets and head cover, caps because it's like you are in the freezer. Looks like Himalayas. Worth visiting. Better to visit on normal days to avoid heavy queques.

Temple on hilltop covered in clouds/fog. You'll have to take government bus from base location. So there will be waiting period of about 15 minutes. To and fro journey will be 45mins. No plastic items are allowed.

One of the popular betta and temple near Gundlupet.

Private vehicles are not allowed from KSRTC bus boarding place which is around 5.4 kms. You need to take either KSRTC bus or Safi vehicles.

We took safari jeep (max. 6 passengers) for 600 Rs./-. Jeep driver will wait for around 1 hour at the temple for starting return journey.

Good place to visit with family and friends. visitors need to take shuttle buses to reach Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta. The bus route is very scenic. Private vehicles are not allowed on the hills.Visitors are allowed only from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM

A temple in the top of a mountain. Beautiful view from here. Peaceful atmosphere. You can use jeep safari or Karnataka Transport Service to reach the temple. For jeep Rs. 800/- for a trip and for Bus Rs 60/- per person for up and down.

Best to visit during weekday.. When there's less crowd. Beautiful place, visit in the afternoon and stay till the evening..
You have to stand in line to buy a bus ticket and then a line to board the bus. Trip to the top is 20-30 mins..

Awesome place to visit... Spl if ur fan of Krishna god... Need to be in this place by 8:30 am... Private bus or own vehicles r not allowed on top of the hill .. only ksrtc bus will be provided per ticket will cost 60₹ up and down the hill. I was amazed by the nature looking at this place we can touch and feel the fog up the hill. Bikes will enjoy ride to this place. Road also in good condition. Must visit place.

Very nice place to visit. private vehicles are not allowed on the Top. KSRTC buses are arranged from the entry gate. Rs.60/- for two ways. They will drop and you can come back by any bus after Darshan. Good parking place at the below gate. Timing First Bus starts at 9:00am and Last Bus at 4:00pm from below entry gate.

Must visit place if ua nearby mysore..... especially wild elephant vl come near temple....if ua lucky u vl get a glimpse of majestic ivory elephant...and Fogg vl be falling especially in morning times.... wilderness with thrill joy pack.....they take in govt busses oly private vehicles are banned to reach hill top....it's over all 5* experience

Most beautiful temple in Bandipur region..
you may sight wild animals if you’re lucky!

If You visit Bandhipur Tiger Reserve make a time to visit the Temple, regular bus service by KSRTC available from parking. No private vehicles allowed.
Very lovely Gobi Krishnan god.

Even at afternoon you can feel too chill air at Hill top.
Ksrtc buses are not frequent, need to wait long time to get tickets & get into bus.