Things to do in Skandagiri, Karnataka
Skandagiri, also known as Kalavara Durga, is a mountain fortress located approximately 62 km from Bangalore city, and 3 km from Chikballapur in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is off Bellary Road, and overlooks Nandi Hills and Muddenahalli.
13 places to visit in and around Skandagiri, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Bhoganandishwara Temple
Bhoganandiswara Temple and Arunachaleswara Temple are a twin Hindu temples complex located in Nandi village in Chikkaballapur district of Karnataka, India.
Wikipedia - 2Skandagiri
Skandagiri, also known as Kalavara Durga, is a mountain fortress located approximately 62 km from Bangalore city, and 3 km from Chikballapur in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is off Bellary Road, and overlooks Nandi Hills and Muddenahalli.
Wikipedia - 3Makalidurga
Makalidurga is a hill fort situated near the village of the same name. It is 60 km north of Bangalore and 10 km after Doddaballapura on the way to Gauribidanur.
Wikipedia - 4Yoga Nandeeshwara Temple
Yoga Nandeeshwara Temple is a Hindu temple in Nandi Hills or Nandidurg, Chikkaballapur district, Karnataka, India, is a dedicated to the Lord Shiva. It dates back to the Chola's Period.
Wikipedia - 5Nandi Durga
- 6Tipu's Rest House
- 7Bull Temple
- 8Sunrise Point
- 9Tippu Drop
- 10Sunrise Viewpoint
- 11Horagina Betta
- 12AdiYogi Viewpoint
- 13Sir M Visweshwariah Memorial Park
Skandagiri by interest
- Temples and places of worship: Bhoganandishwara Temple, Yoga Nandeeshwara Temple, Bull Temple
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Skandagiri, Makalidurga, Nandi Durga, Tipu's Rest House, Sir M Visweshwariah Memorial Park
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Sunrise Point, Sunrise Viewpoint, Horagina Betta, AdiYogi Viewpoint
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Skandagiri
Best weather: May–Mar.
- Jan21°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb24°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar27°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr29°CHot
- May28°CPleasant, Best months
- Jun25°CPleasant, Best months
- Jul24°CPleasant, Best months
- Aug24°CPleasant, Best months
- Sep23°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct23°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov21°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec20°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 21°C | 3 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 24°C | 6 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 16 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 29°C | 48 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 28°C | 99 mm |
| Jun | Pleasant | 25°C | 75 mm |
| Jul | Pleasant | 24°C | 96 mm |
| Aug | Pleasant | 24°C | 105 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 23°C | 144 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 23°C | 136 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 21°C | 57 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 20°C | 12 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Skandagiri
- Nearest railway station: Nandi Halt (NDY), 5 km away.
- Nearest airport: Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), 24 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 3-day trip to Skandagiri costs
- Budget: about ₹2,700–₹5,600 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹6,900–₹13,700 per person
- Comfort: about ₹15,900–₹30,200 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Skandagiri is not included.
Compare Skandagiri with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skandagiri | – | May–Mar | 13 |
| Doddaballapura | 21 km | May–Mar | 9 |
| Doddaballapura City | 21 km | May–Mar | 10 |
| Devanahalli | 21 km | May–Mar | 10 |
Distances in a straight line from Skandagiri; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Skandagiri?
The best known are Bhoganandishwara Temple, Skandagiri, Makalidurga, Yoga Nandeeshwara Temple, Nandi Durga.
When is the best time to visit Skandagiri?
Best weather: May–Mar.
How do I reach Skandagiri?
Nearest railway station: Nandi Halt (NDY), 5 km away. Nearest airport: Kempegowda International Airport (BLR), 24 km away.
How much does a 3-day trip to Skandagiri cost?
Budget: about ₹2,700–₹5,600 per person; Mid-range: about ₹6,900–₹13,700 per person; Comfort: about ₹15,900–₹30,200 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Skandagiri is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.