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Bale Padmavati Temple
A Digambara Jain pilgrimage temple dedicated to Goddess Padmavati, at Vadambailu village
The Bale Padmavati Temple at Vadambailu village is a significant Digambara Jain pilgrimage site, its sanctum dedicated to Goddess Padmavati, revered in Jainism as a protective deity. The temple draws devotees from well beyond Shivamogga district, particularly during its annual religious gatherings.
Vadambailu itself is a quiet forest village in Hosanagara taluk, and most pilgrims combine a visit here with the larger Jain temple complex at Humcha (Hombuja), about 40 km away, for a fuller Jain heritage circuit.
Highlights
- An important Digambara Jain temple dedicated to Goddess Padmavati, a protective deity in Jain tradition
- Set among Malnad forest and hills, drawing devotees from across Karnataka
- Often combined with the larger Jain pilgrimage centre at Humcha, about 40 km away
Getting there
No direct Malnad Yatra bus route covers Thirthahalli–Hosanagara yet; Vadambailu is best reached via Hosanagara by private vehicle.