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Devi (Chamundeshwari) temple · Chamundi Hill, Mysuru, Mysuru, Karnataka, India
Sri Chamundeshwari Temple stands on Chamundi Hill, about 13 km from Mysuru in Karnataka, and is dedicated to the Goddess Chamundeshwari, a fierce form of Durga. Karnataka Tourism describes it as a spiritual and cultural symbol of Mysuru, and the Goddess is the tutelary deity of the Mysore royal family, as the Times of India notes.
Faith & Tradition
According to legend, the Goddess vanquished the demon Mahishasura here, earning the name Mahishasura Mardini, and the city of Mysuru takes its name from this tale, Karnataka Tourism explains. The temple is regarded by many as a Shakti Peetha (the Times of India describes it as one of the eighteen Maha Shakti Peethas), though traditional lists of Shakti Peethas differ.
During Mysuru Dasara, an image of Goddess Chamundeshwari is carried in the Jumboo Savari procession on a golden howdah of about 750 kg, after being worshipped by the royal couple, the Times of India reports.
Heritage
The temple was once small and grew over the centuries with the support of the Mysore Maharajas. In earlier times animal and human sacrifices were made here, a practice that was stopped in the 18th century, according to the Times of India.
Plan Your Visit
The Chamundi Hill area is a declared no-plastic zone: visitors are asked not to bring plastic carry bags. Confirm darshan arrangements with the Sri Chamundeshwari Development Authority before visiting.
Timings and arrangements change with seasons and festivals. Confirm current details with Sri Chamundeshwari Development Authority (official website) before travelling. Last reviewed 5 October 2026.
Sacred Calendar
The Goddess's image leads the Jumboo Savari procession on a golden howdah after worship by the royal couple.
Location
The temple is about 13 km from Mysuru. KSRTC buses run from the Mysuru city bus stand to Chamundi Hill, according to the Sri Chamundeshwari Development Authority.
Location: Chamundi Hill, Mysuru, Mysuru, Karnataka, India
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Questions
On Chamundi Hill, about 13 km from Mysuru, Karnataka.
A fierce form of the Goddess Durga, believed to have slain the demon Mahishasura here.
According to legend, from the Goddess's victory over Mahishasura, as Karnataka Tourism explains.
The Goddess's image is carried on a golden howdah in the Jumboo Savari procession.
No. The area is a declared no-plastic zone, according to the temple authority.
Further reading: Sri Chamundeshwari Temple, Chamundi Hill, Mysuru on Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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