Breaking
Subscribe

ॐ नमः शिवाय

ಶ್ರೀ ಶಿವ ಪಂಚಾಯತನ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ, ಹೆದ್ದಸೆ

Sri Shiva Panchaythana Temple in Heddase, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, is a Hindu shrine devoted to Lord Shiva. Nestled in a rural hamlet, it serves as a spiritual centre for the local community.

॥ हर हर महादेव ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Sri Shiva Panchaythana Temple stands in the small hamlet of Heddase within Chikkamagaluru district, in the Western Ghats region of Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of Hinduism's principal deities, and carries the name 'Panchaythana'—a term that often refers to a sanctum arrangement honouring multiple aspects of divine presence.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

Located in a region known for its coffee plantations, misty hills, and spiritual heritage, this modest shrine reflects the devotional traditions of its surrounding agricultural community. The temple functions as a gathering point for villagers during worship and seasonal observances, maintaining the continuity of faith that has long characterised rural Hindu temples. While modest in scale, such temples are vital repositories of local cultural memory and spiritual practice, anchoring the rhythms of village life to the broader Hindu calendar and cosmology.

lordshiva

Welcome to the Sanctum

ಶ್ರೀ ಶಿವ ಪಂಚಾಯತನ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನ, ಹೆದ್ದಸೆ

Sri Shiva Panchaythana Temple in Heddase, Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka, is a Hindu shrine devoted to Lord Shiva. Nestled in a rural hamlet, it serves as a spiritual centre for the local community.

Sri Shiva Panchaythana Temple stands in the small hamlet of Heddase within Chikkamagaluru district, in the Western Ghats region of Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of Hinduism's principal deities, and carries the name 'Panchaythana'—a term that often refers to a sanctum arrangement honouring multiple aspects of divine presence.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
Blessings

ॐ नमः शिवाय

Sacred Offerings

Sevas & Pujas

Offerings performed by ordained priests under the guidance of vedic tradition — for every milestone of life.

Mahabhishekam

Ceremonial bathing of the deity with milk, honey, sandalwood and sacred herbs accompanied by Vedic chants.

Archana

Recitation of the deity's names and mantras with flower offerings, performed in your name and gotra.

गं

Ganapati Homam

Sacred fire ritual to invoke Lord Ganesha — performed before new beginnings and important journeys.

Daily Worship

Aarti & Darshan Hours

Open every day of the week. Each hour carries its own fragrance, its own prayer.

  • 04:00 AMMangala AartiFirst worship — sanctum opens with lamp & conch
  • 05:30 AMRudra AbhishekamSacred bathing of the Linga with milk, water and bilva
  • 11:30 AMBhog AartiMidday offering of naivedyam
  • 04:00 PMSapta Rishi AartiWorship invoking the seven sages
  • 07:00 PMSandhya AartiEvening pradosha worship
  • 10:30 PMShayan AartiFinal aarti — Shringar adornment for the night

Plan Your Visit

Reach the Sanctum

Address: Karnataka, India 577126

Daily wisdom delivered to your inbox

Join 40,000+ devotees receiving mantras, festival alerts, temple stories, and panchang — every morning.