Humcha or Hombuja Kshetra is one of the popular pilgrimage centers
in Shivamogga district. The temple is built during the period of Jinadatta
Raya. Temple is very close to the road and can be reached easily through public
transport. Temple is present in the midst of green lustrous surroundings and it
is a pleasure to see around from the top of hill having Parshwanatha idol.
Humcha Padmavathi Temple
Parshwanatha idol on top of the hill
There are temples of Devi Padmavathi and Parshwanatha at
Humcha and many basadis are around. Festivals are celebrated with great pomp. Devotees
all over the country visit this place but more number is from Karnataka,
Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh.
Greenery around Humcha
Surrounding Greenery
Thirthalli and Shivamogga are nearby and one can opt for staying at those places. Even temple provides lodging facility at nominal prices.
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