What to expect
Highlights
- The Dattatreya (Narasimha Saraswati) shrine.
- The nearby Bhima–Amarja river confluence.
- The devotional pilgrimage atmosphere.
Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple)
The Dattatreya pilgrimage town of Deval Ganagapur in Afzalpur taluk, sacred to Sri Narasimha Saraswati and the Dattatreya tradition; set near the Bhima–Amarja confluence, it draws pilgrims from across Maharashtra and Karnataka. This temple guide is organized from Ganagapur in Kalaburagi district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple).
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Plan Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple)
Typetemple
Nearest baseGanagapur
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed2 to 3 hours including travel around the town
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseGanagapur
DistrictKalaburagi
Place typetemple
Time needed2 to 3 hours including travel around the town.
The Dattatreya pilgrimage town of Deval Ganagapur in Afzalpur taluk, sacred to Sri Narasimha Saraswati and the Dattatreya tradition; set near the Bhima–Amarja confluence, it draws pilgrims from across Maharashtra and Karnataka. This temple guide is organized from Ganagapur in Kalaburagi district, with practical planning for routes, timing, nearby stays, food, operators and direct local inventory. Use it to compare what to see, how long to spend, when to go and which pilgrim stays, respectful local guides, food stops, shops, transport and verified visitor support should be verified around Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple).
Deval Ganagapur, in Afzalpur taluk, is a major Dattatreya pilgrimage town sacred to Sri Narasimha Saraswati and set near the Bhima–Amarja confluence.
Pilgrims from across Karnataka and Maharashtra come to the Dattatreya shrine, especially for the datta-related observances and full-moon days.
Visiting
Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple) — at a glance
TimingsTemple hours; queues on festival days
Best timeOctober to February; busiest on full-moon and datta festivals
Entry: Free
Getting here
How to reach Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple)
~40 km west of Kalaburagi; bus, taxi, or rail via Ganagapur Road
A busy Dattatreya pilgrimage town — dress modestly and follow the queue and ritual customs.
Getting there
How to visit
- About 40 km west of Kalaburagi; reached by bus or taxi, and by rail via Ganagapur Road station.
- Dress modestly and follow the shrine’s customs and queue system.
Distance by road
- Solapur110 km
- Bidar120 km
- Vijayapura150 km
- Hyderabad215 km
- Bengaluru610 km
Road km to Kalaburagi; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.
Timing
Best time
October to February; busiest on full-moon days and datta festivals.
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Visitor notes
- A busy pilgrimage centre — expect crowds and follow local ritual customs.
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Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple) — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple)?
October to February; busiest on full-moon days and datta festivals.
What are the entry fee and timings at Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple)?
Entry: Free. Timings: Temple hours; queues on festival days. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple)?
About 40 km west of Kalaburagi; reached by bus or taxi, and by rail via Ganagapur Road station. Dress modestly and follow the shrine’s customs and queue system.
How much time do I need for Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple)?
2 to 3 hours including travel around the town.
What else is near Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple)?
Nearby you can pair Firozabad Ruins (29.3 km), Chor Gumbad (34.8 km), Sharana Basaveshwara Temple (35.4 km), Jama Masjid, Gulbarga Fort (36.1 km).
Image credits
- Ganagapur (Dattatreya Temple):Gpkp, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0