Prasanna Krishnaswamy Temple

Temple information

Darshan timings

07:00 – 20:00

Established

1829

Best time to visit

Early morning hours on mid-week non-festival days to experience a peaceful darshan atmosphere

Deity

Deity form

Exquisite bronze and stone idols of Lord Krishna as a crawling child (Navaneetha Krishna) alongside consorts

Religious tradition

Vaikhanasa Agama

Sanskrit name

प्रसन्नकृष्णस्वामिसन्निधिः (मೈಸೂರು)

Also known as

Prasanna Krishnaswamy Temple inside Mysore Palace Fort

Darshan hours

Daily

07:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 05:00 PM – 08:00 PM

Break timings

12:30 PM – 05:00 PM

Special days

Extended hours and all-night programs during Sri Krishna Janmashtami and Vaikunta Ekadasi

Festival timings

Yes, open extended hours during Janmashtami and Vaikunta Ekadasi

Aarti & rituals

Morning aarti

07:30 AM

Midday aarti

12:00 PM

Evening aarti

06:30 PM

Night aarti

07:45 PM

Special aarti days

Ekadasi, Rohini Nakshatra days, and Janmashtami

Ritual schedule

Suprabhata Seva, Thirumanjanam, Archana, and Maha Mangala Harathi

Pooja timings

Morning and evening ritual slots

Abhishek timings

Performed on auspicious festival dates and Fridays

Special poojas

Available

Online pooja booking

No

History & heritage

Historical period

Ancient

Built by

Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar III

Architect / builder

Traditional royal sthapatis of the Mysore kingdom

Construction materials

Granite stone masonry, finely carved pillars, and lime mortar finish

Historical events

Commissioned by Krishnaraja Wadiyar III to fulfill a royal vow; historically housed rare bronze statues gifted or cast during royal rule

Renovations

Maintained by the Mysore Palace Board and State Department of Archaeology and Museums

Archaeological importance

Protected royal heritage monument within the Mysore Palace Fort complex

Legends

Associated with royal devotion to Lord Krishna; celebrated for its exceptional collection of historic metallic bronze icons depicting various divine forms

Inscriptions

Copper plate records and stone wall inscriptions detailing royal endowments by Krishnaraja Wadiyar III

Architecture

Architectural style

Dravidian

Architectural period

19th-century late royal architecture

Structure

Main sanctum, expansive pillared Navaranga hall, and walled palace courtyard enclosures

Floors

1

Gopuram

Ornate entrance gateway facing the palace courtyard interiors

Mandapa

Pillared assembly hall featuring classic Mysore-style wood and stone craftsmanship

Sculptural features

Famous for its collection of over 40 historic bronze statues including depictions of various avatar forms and saints

Artistic elements

Traditional brass lamps, carved wooden ceilings, and polished stone flooring

Construction technique

Cut-stone masonry integrated into the royal palace fortification layout

Unique features

Located directly inside the active Mysore Palace Fort compound alongside other historic temples like Varahaswamy and Lakshmiramana

Festivals & events

Festival calendar

Celebrations peak during August/September (Janmashtami and Dasara)

Special celebration days

Ekadasi, Rohini Nakshatra, and festival dates

Cultural events

Classical Carnatic music concerts and devotional recitals during Janmashtami

Annual events

Sri Krishna Janmashtami grand celebrations, Vaikunta Ekadasi rituals, and Dasara cultural events

Peak crowd season

September (Dasara festival season), August (Janmashtami), weekends, and winter vacation months

Visitor information

• ✓ Parking
• ✓ Restrooms
• ✓ Drinking water
• ✓ Shoe keeping
• ✓ Prasadam counter

Dress code

Traditional

Best time to visit

Early morning hours on mid-week non-festival days to experience a peaceful darshan atmosphere

Parking capacity

20+ Vehicles

Parking fees

Approx. 20-50 INR

Donation counters

Yes

Donation methods

Cash, UPI, Bank Transfer

Prasadam

Laddu; Pulihora