Hemagiri is a 3083 ft massive hill located on the outskirts of Huliyurdurga, 80 km from
Bangalore. This towering peak can be accessed from the north-west through a stone arch, beyond a stretch of cultivated land. Visitors can ascend the hill easily as the paths are marked by electric poles.
Numerous water bodies mark the way through the hill. The hill is made sacred by the presence of
Lord Mallikarjuna Temple,
Lord Varadarajaswami Temple, popularly called Hemagiriappa and Bhairava Cave Temple. Bears can be seen loitering around the Bhairava temple.
Hemagiri can be accessed from Bangalore through
Magadi (50 km) and Huliyurdurga (30 km).
Bangalore International Airport is the nearest airport.
Bangalore City Junction Railway Station is the nearest railway station.
