The BEGURU STORY - Hidden Histories of Bengaluru |
From sword battles to silicon valley - an interesting tale of a historic city through its ancient temples & fort
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There are many ‘ooru’ s (cities) within Bengaluru city. These hidden gems have their own histories and stories to tell. Once such is Begur (or Beguru) that not only speaks of a culture from a thousand years ago but also holds a key to the dating of Bengaluru’s timeline in its vast thousand year old Nageshwara temple complex which this tour will explore.
A beautiful temple is more than just its looks. It is based on philosophy, symbolism and is not just a place to pray but acts as a cultural and administrative center of the area around it. Kings and the elite would build or renovate temples for both political and social reasons & it was looked upon as a noble cause.
This walk takes you on a journey to thousand years back and tells you the story of Beguru through its most famous temple, its colourful memorial stones and a few other old ruins hidden in plain sight.
Enjoy the hidden histories of the metropolitan Bengaluru - from steel swords, battles to silicon valley.
A beautiful temple is more than just its looks. It is based on philosophy, symbolism and is not just a place to pray but acts as a cultural and administrative center of the area around it. Kings and the elite would build or renovate temples for both political and social reasons & it was looked upon as a noble cause.
This walk takes you on a journey to thousand years back and tells you the story of Beguru through its most famous temple, its colourful memorial stones and a few other old ruins hidden in plain sight.
Enjoy the hidden histories of the metropolitan Bengaluru - from steel swords, battles to silicon valley.
Venue: Nageshwara temple, Beguru Main road, Begur
Duration: 3 hours
Attractions: Panchalingeshwara temple, Nageshwara temple , hero stones, stone inscriptions, medieval fort,
Inclusions: Guided tour, traditional short eats
Exclusions: Transport & everything not given above
Parking: Tough, public transport or cab advised
Nearest Metro Station:
Toilet: Public (Indian) toilet at the end of the walk
Duration: 3 hours
Attractions: Panchalingeshwara temple, Nageshwara temple , hero stones, stone inscriptions, medieval fort,
Inclusions: Guided tour, traditional short eats
Exclusions: Transport & everything not given above
Parking: Tough, public transport or cab advised
Nearest Metro Station:
Toilet: Public (Indian) toilet at the end of the walk
Image 1: Vidya Neelakantan
Image 3: Forts of Karnataka
Image 3: Forts of Karnataka
