Melukote is a village and a historic place of the same name, situated at a distance of 36 km (22 miles) north-west of Mandya, and 51 km (32 miles) north of Mysore. According to mythological account, this place was known as Narayanadri, Vedadri, Yadavadri, Yathishaila and Tirunarayanapura.

Situated just 51 Kms from Mysore, Melukote unravels the country’s age-old history. Adorned with countless ancient temples, this 4000-year-old town in Karnataka is the pious place of Sri Vaishnava sect from 12th-century saint Ramanujacharya.

Located just 50 km before Mysore on Bangalore –Mysore route at a distance of 133 km from Bangalore, Melukote is a must to do things in Karnataka. An ancient temple means a fort on the top translating from the Kannada language where ‘Melu’ is top and ‘Kote’ is a fort.

Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple, Yoga Narasimha Swamy Temple, Raya Gopura, ISCKON Temple, Melukote Temple Wildlife Sanctuary, Pushkarani and Thondanur Lake are some of the main tourist attractions in Melukote.

Oct 14, 2023 · Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes of Karnataka, Melukote is a quaint and culturally rich town that has managed to preserve its heritage and natural beauty over the years.

Mar 3, 2019 · Melukote is one of the holy and sacred pilgrimages of South India located in the Pandavapura taluk of Mandya district. Continue reading!

Mar 16, 2017 · Melukote is located in the Mandya district of Karnataka. It is considered a highly sacred place in South India. Melukote lies at a distance of 51 kms from Mysore and 133 kms from Bangalore. It is in the Pandavapura taluka and famous for the Cheluvanarayana Swamy Temple.

Aug 30, 2023 · When discussing the most popular places to visit in Karnataka, Melkote (also spelt Melukote) doesn’t often come up in conversation. Situated around 140 km from Bengaluru, this holy town rests atop a rocky hillock named Yadavagiri, providing a commanding view over the …

At a distance of 50 km from Mysore and 133 km from Bangalore, Melkote / Melukote is a historical town located in Pandavapura taluk of Mandya district, Karnataka. Also known as Thirunarayanapuram, it is one of the popular pilgrimage places in Karnataka and also one of the best places to visit as part of Mysore Tour.

The Melukote Temple is one of the famous architectural wonders in Karnataka. It features the Dravidian architectural style. A dome-like top with intricate sculptures of deities, ancient pillars, and carvings are evidence of its artistry.