Tumkur

Tumkur is located around 70 kilometres from Bangalore, the capital of Karnataka. The widespread presence of the flower “tumbe huuvu” or the well-known local instrument “tamate ooru” have been cited as possible origins for the name of the city. Since there are so many palm trees in this area, the locals have given the name “Coconut City” to their hometown. It's made up of other major industrial firms including TVS Electronics, System Consultant Confirmation of India and WIPRO, in addition to the usual suspects like manufacturers of ropes, watches, blankets and raw cotton. In 2011, this metropolis was named Karnataka's Corporation City.

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Things To See & Do

Shivaganga Hills

Shivaganga Hills

Scenic tourist attraction
Several avatars, or incarnations, of Lord Sri Vishnu are described in ancient texts including the Vishnu Purana and the Brahmavaivartha Purana can be found here.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Namada Chilume

Namada Chilume

Associated with Hindu mythology
A lot of people believe that the renowned Jayamangali River has its origins in Namada Chilume. According to folklore, Lord Ram spent the night near Namada Chilume while on his way to Lanka to rescue Sita. The following morning, he needed to produce some vermilion paste to apply to his forehead, so he fired an arrow into the rock and a spring gushed forth. Namada Chilume means "little spring for forehead paste" because of this.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Jayamangali Blackbuck Reserve

Jayamangali Blackbuck Reserve

Home to exotic animals
The Tumkur neighbourhood of Bangalore is home to the Jayamangali Blackbuck Reserve. Located in the Madhugiri Taluk, it is close to the village of Maidenahalli. In the whole Tumkur municipality, this reserve stands alone as a designated protected area.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Sri Chennakeshava Temple

Sri Chennakeshava Temple

Sacred shrine for Hindus
A modest statue of the deity Kaidala Chennakeshava, designed in the Dravidian style, has made the 1150-year-old temple famous. Because there are some quite impressive stone carvings and inscriptions within the temple.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Siddara Betta

Siddara Betta

Popular hiking spot
A temple and some caves can be found on Siddara Betta, a rocky hill. You can't find a better spot for things like caving and hiking. The Devarayanadurga temple is not far from this hill.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Yoganarasimha Swamy Temple

Yoganarasimha Swamy Temple

Holy site for Hindus
The Yoganarasimha Swamy Temple is a holy site dedicated to Yoganarasimha Swamy, an avatar of Vishnu who combines human and lion characteristics. The Cholas are credited with establishing the sanctuary's long history.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Bhoga Narasimha Temple

Bhoga Narasimha Temple

Peaceful place of worship
Bhoga Narasimha, the delight of every tourist, can be reached after a relatively taxing journey via a tall twisting roadway, rugged scenery, and steps.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Mahima Garuda Ranganatha Swamy Temple

Mahima Garuda Ranganatha Swamy Temple

Sacred Hindu shrine
The Mahima Garuda Ranganatha Swamy Temple can be found on the Bangalore-Tumkur Road. Dobbspet is the route to take to get there.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Devarayanadurga State Forest

Devarayanadurga State Forest

Home to thriving wildlife
Because of its elevation, Devarayanadurga State Forest requires that visitors pack plenty of warm clothing. It's an official rainforest that covers 42 square kilometres. Because of Karnataka's efforts to preserve the forest since 1853, it remains mostly untouched. The peak is a lofty 3,940 feet above sea level.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Devarayanadurga Fort

Devarayanadurga Fort

Ancient fort with incredible architecture
Chikka Devaraja Wadiyar, the 14th monarch of the Wadiyar dynasty of Mysore, commissioned the construction of Devarayanadurga Fort in the 17th century. Devarayanadurga, or “fort of Devaraja,” is another name for the fort that originated there.

3 to 4 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Tumkur

All Year Round Destination

  • NOV-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUL-OCT

    Moderate Season

  • MAR-JUN

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Delightful weather with clear skies and a dip in temperature in the mornings and evenings.
  • Things You'll Love:Religious spots, parks and shopping complexes.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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