The temple is positioned at an altitude of approximately 900 meters above sea level, making it one of the highest temples in the city.
It is architecturally designed to pay homage to the twelve major Jyotirlinga shrines located across India.
The complex is overseen by the Omkar Ashrama, which promotes Vedic knowledge and spiritual meditation.
The temple grounds contain a high-precision sundial, which is a rare feature for a modern-era temple complex.
The structure is built within the 11th Block of Banashankari 6th Stage, an area known for its rocky terrain and hill-view residential developments.
The Shri Dwadasha Shiva Temple is located at the Omkar Ashrama Maha Samasthana in the elevated Omkar Hills of South Bengaluru. The temple complex is distinct for housing twelve separate lingams, representing the Dwadasha Jyotirlingas, under a single architectural framework. It is situated at one of the highest points in the city, providing a panoramic vantage point over the surrounding urban landscape. The site functions as part of a larger spiritual ashram complex dedicated to the teachings of Omkarashrama. The temple structure utilizes traditional South Indian architectural motifs consistent with the regional Shaivite traditions. The location is known for its peaceful environment compared to the busier parts of the Bengaluru metropolitan area.
The elevated viewing deck near the main entrance provides the widest panoramic shot of the Bengaluru skyline.
Bring a pair of sunglasses and a hat as the hilltop location offers very little shade in the open courtyard.
Visit during sunset to view the city lights as they begin to emerge across the horizon.
Maintain a quiet demeanor as the surrounding ashram area is dedicated to silence and meditation.
Attempting to visit during the height of the midday sun due to the exposed nature of the hilltop; loud conversations or disruptive behavior in the ashram vicinity.
Remove footwear before entering the temple sanctums; modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees is required; refrain from photography inside the inner sanctums.
