Adiyogi, Chikkaballapur – An Evening Of Spiritual Bliss And A Visitor’s Guide

By Author: Ava Mishra
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It was a sunny March afternoon in 2023 when we first visited Adiyogi statue at Chikkaballapur. It was an impromptu visit as we were at Nandi Hills. Despite being under construction, the place was buzzing with people taking pictures and videos under the sun. It felt more like a tourist attraction, and the connection we usually seek was somehow missing. We left, thinking perhaps this wasn’t our kind of place.
Fast forward to 2024, and we decided to give it another try when our family came to visit. It was a weekday evening, with only a few people around, and the constructions were already complete. As I stepped out of the vehicle and gazed at the black statue of Adiyogi, illuminated by the last rays of the sun, something shifted within me. I can’t quite explain it, but I knew I was in the right place, and it felt meant to be. What followed was an evening of spiritual connection and serenity. 
Reaching Adiyogi, Chikkaballapur 
Adiyogi statue is part of Isha Centre at Chikkaballapur, ...
... located around 60 kms away from Bangalore. By car, it takes 1-1.5 hours depending on traffic. 
The roads are in good condition and you can either travel by car, taxi, bike or even bus. Bus services are available from Bangalore to Chikkaballapur and then from Chikkaballapur to Isha Junction on a regular basis.
What We Loved
The Location:
The first thing you will notice as you approach the last stretch of the road, is the monumental statue of Adiyogi sitting in a valley cradled by hills. Positioned to look divine from every angle, it seems to touch the sky. From the platform, you can enjoy stunning 360-degree views of the surroundings.
Sunset Views:
The Sunset looked most gorgeous on the day we visited with an Orangish hue engulfing everything, adding to the mystical vibe of the place. 
The Laser Show:
The best audio visual storytelling I have seen so far, and it is impeccably done. It is referred to as Adiyogi Divya Darshanam and it truly feels so.
The way this place is managed:
The entire premises are exceptionally well-organised, ensuring a pleasant experience for visitors. The grounds are clean and spacious, and best of all, there are no charges for Darshan or anything.
Our Experience at Adiyogi Chikkaballapur
We reached the place around 5 pm, just when the whole place was bathed in a Golden glow in the last rays of the sun and were mesmerized by the first look of Adiyogi through the gates of Naaga Mantapa. As the sun began to dip, it positioned itself just behind the Adiyogi statue, creating an orangish aura around him. Read more….
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