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About Dodda Ganapathi Temple
A cherished pilgrimage and tourist destination, the Dodda Ganapathi temple is located on a bull temple road in Basavanagudi. The Dodda Ganapathi Temple, which showcases cultural richness and devotion towards Lord Ganesha, is a prominent pilgrimage and tourist attraction in Bangalore.
There is a unique belief that the deity known as Shakthi Ganapathi or Satya Ganapathi is continuously growing on the right side.
Monolithic Grandeur
Standing tall at 18 feet in height and 16 feet in width, the statue of Lord Ganesha is a divine masterpiece. The colossal monolithic statue was constructed in 1971.
Butter Coating Extravaganza
One of the grand spectacles in the temple is the enchanting butter coating ceremony, where 100 kg of butter is used in the celebration of adorning the idol. The ceremony occurs once every four years and ends with the distribution of the consecrated butter to devoted visitors.
Devotional Hours
The temple opens its doors from 7 AM to 12:30 PM and later from 5:30 PM to 8:30 p.m. Devotees and visitors should participate in the above hours for spiritual contemplation and divine connection.