Things to do in Talakad, Karnataka
Talakādu is a town on the left bank of the Kaveri river 45 km from Mysore and 133 km from Bangalore in Karnataka, India. Latinizations of the towns name vary, but include Talkād, Talakadu, Talakkadu, or Thalakadu.
5 places to visit in and around Talakad, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Shivanasamudra Falls
Shivanasamudra Falls is a series of segmented waterfalls on the Kaveri river. It is situated in Malavalli taluk in Mandya district, Karnataka.
Wikipedia - 2Chennakeshava Temple, Somanathapura · in Somanathapura
The Chennakesava Temple, also referred to as Chennakeshava Temple and Keshava Temple, is a Vaishnava Hindu temple on the banks of River Kaveri at Somanathapura, Mysuru, Karnataka, India.
Wikipedia - 3Ranganathaswamy Temple, Shivanasamudra
The Sri Ranganthaswamy temple in Shivanasamudra, Kollegala taluk, Chamarajanagara district, Karnataka, India is a temple dedicated to the Hindu God Ranganatha, a manifestation of Vishnu.
Wikipedia - 4Gunja Narasimha Swamy Temple, Tirumakudal Narasipura
The Gunja Narasima Swamy Temple is a Hindu temple in Tirumakudal Narasipura, a town in the Mysore district, Karnataka state, India. The town is located 20 miles south east of the historically important city of Mysore.
Wikipedia - 5Gaurishvara Temple, Yelandur
The Gaurishvara Temple is located in the town of Yelandur, Chamarajanagar district of Karnataka state, India. The temple was constructed by a local chief Singedepa Devabhupala of the Hadinadu chiefdom, a feudatory of the 16th century Vijayanagara Empire.
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Best time to visit Talakad
Best weather: May–Mar.
- Jan22°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb24°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar27°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr28°CHot
- May26°CPleasant, Best months
- Jun24°CPleasant, Best months
- Jul23°CPleasant, Best months
- Aug23°CPleasant, Best months
- Sep23°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct23°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov22°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec21°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 22°C | 3 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 24°C | 6 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 22 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 28°C | 60 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 26°C | 109 mm |
| Jun | Pleasant | 24°C | 105 mm |
| Jul | Pleasant | 23°C | 121 mm |
| Aug | Pleasant | 23°C | 109 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 23°C | 120 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 23°C | 143 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 22°C | 75 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 21°C | 19 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Talakad
- Nearest railway station: Badanaguppe (BDGP), 31 km away.
- Nearest airport: Mysuru Airport (MYQ), 40 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Talakad costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 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 Talakad is not included.
Compare Talakad with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talakad | – | May–Mar | 5 |
| Chamarajanagar | 34 km | May–Mar | 5 |
| Mandya | 37 km | May–Feb | 10 |
| Mysore | 42 km | Oct–May | 40 |
| Srirangapatna | 43 km | Oct–May | 16 |
Distances in a straight line from Talakad; 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 Talakad?
The best known are Shivanasamudra Falls, Chennakeshava Temple, Somanathapura, Ranganathaswamy Temple, Shivanasamudra, Gunja Narasimha Swamy Temple, Tirumakudal Narasipura, Gaurishvara Temple, Yelandur.
When is the best time to visit Talakad?
Best weather: May–Mar.
How do I reach Talakad?
Nearest railway station: Badanaguppe (BDGP), 31 km away. Nearest airport: Mysuru Airport (MYQ), 40 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Talakad cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 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 Talakad is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.