Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple

A large stone Shiva temple at Ikkeri, a later Keladi-Nayaka capital, built in a distinctive Vijayanagara–Hoysala hybrid style with a granite Nandi pavilion and carved outer walls. This temple guide is organized from Sagara in Shivamogga 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 Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple.

Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple, Sagara
Practical guide

Plan Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple

Typetemple
Nearest baseSagara
Best timeOctober to February
Time needed45 minutes to an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSagara
DistrictShivamogga
Place typetemple
Time needed45 minutes to an hour.

A large stone Shiva temple at Ikkeri, a later Keladi-Nayaka capital, built in a distinctive Vijayanagara–Hoysala hybrid style with a granite Nandi pavilion and carved outer walls. This temple guide is organized from Sagara in Shivamogga 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 Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple.

The Aghoreshwara temple at Ikkeri, a later capital of the Keladi Nayakas, is a large stone Shiva temple in a striking Vijayanagara–Hoysala hybrid style.

It has a raised, richly moulded base, a granite Nandi pavilion facing the sanctum, and carved outer walls, standing in open ground away from the crowds.

Visiting

Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple — at a glance

TimingsDaylight temple hours
Best timeOctober to February

Entry: Free

Getting here

How to reach Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple

~5 km from Sagara; road

A living temple — footwear off, modest dress; combine with Keladi.

What to expect

Highlights

  • The distinctive Vijayanagara–Hoysala hybrid design.
  • The granite Nandi pavilion and carved walls.
  • The Keladi-Nayaka capital setting.
Getting there

How to visit

  • At Ikkeri, about 5 km from Sagara on the way to Keladi; reached by road.
  • A living temple — footwear off and modest dress; easily combined with Keladi.

Distance by road

  • Chikkamagaluru90 km
  • Udupi120 km
  • Mangaluru185 km
  • Hubballi200 km
  • Bengaluru275 km

Road km to Shivamogga; ghat roads and traffic vary — allow extra.

Timing

Best time

October to February.

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Visitor notes

  • A living temple and monument — footwear off, modest dress, and respect the sanctum rules.
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What’s near Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple

templeKeladi Rameshwara Temple 9.9 km · ~17 min by cab
backwaterHonnemaradu 16.5 km · ~27 min by cab
waterfallJog Falls 25.0 km · ~42 min by cab
trekKodachadri 34.4 km · ~57 min by cab
heritageNagara Fort 35.0 km · ~58 min by cab
heritageKavaledurga Fort 47.5 km · ~79 min by cab
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Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple — frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple?

October to February.

What are the entry fee and timings at Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple?

Entry: Free. Timings: Daylight temple hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.

How do I reach Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple?

At Ikkeri, about 5 km from Sagara on the way to Keladi; reached by road. A living temple — footwear off and modest dress; easily combined with Keladi.

How much time do I need for Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple?

45 minutes to an hour.

What else is near Ikkeri Aghoreshwara Temple?

Nearby you can pair Keladi Rameshwara Temple (9.9 km), Honnemaradu (16.5 km), Jog Falls (25.0 km), Kodachadri (34.4 km).

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