Siddaganga Math

Siddaganga Math is a prominent Veerashaiva-Lingayat monastery located at Kyatsandra near Tumakuru, Karnataka. Founded in the 15th century and developed as a major centre of education and spirituality, it is widely known for the humanitarian work of Shivakumara Swamiji. The matha complex includes temples, prayer halls, educational institutions and hostels providing free education and food to thousands of students.

Visitors can expect a large, active monastery campus with temples dedicated to Siddalingeshwara, prayer halls, the gadduge (memorial) of Shivakumara Swamiji, administrative and educational blocks, and dining halls where free meals are served. The setting is calm and orderly, with devotees, students and pilgrims moving through courtyards and shrine areas. Visitors can observe daily rituals, explore the temple architecture and learn about the matha's educational and charitable activities.

Traditionally founded in the 15th century by Sree Gosala Siddeshwara Swamiji and later developed by Sri Uddana Shivayogi in the 17th century. The matha gained national prominence in the 20th century under the leadership of Shivakumara Swamiji (1907-2019), who expanded its educational and charitable mission and established it as a major centre of Veerashaiva tradition.

An important centre of the Veerashaiva-Lingayat tradition and a major institution for education and social service in Karnataka. Known for its practices of Dasoha (service through free food, education and shelter) and for preserving Lingayat religious teachings, rituals and community gatherings.