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ॐ नमो नारायणाय

ಉಗ್ರ ನರಸಿಂಹ

Ugra Narasimha Temple in Honnamaradi, Davanagere district, Karnataka, is an orthodox Hindu shrine dedicated to the fierce manifestation of Vishnu.

॥ जय श्रीहरि ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Situated in the quiet hamlet of Honnamaradi within Davanagere district, Karnataka, the Ugra Narasimha Temple stands as a place of worship rooted in orthodox Hindu tradition. The temple is dedicated to Narasimha, the fierce avatara of Vishnu, whose iconography represents divine wrath directed at unrighteousness. This manifestation holds particular significance in Hindu philosophy as a symbol of protection and cosmic justice.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

The temple serves as a spiritual center for the local community, maintaining the observances and practices characteristic of orthodox Hinduism. Positioned in a rural setting, it reflects the continuity of temple-centered religious life in Karnataka's villages, where such shrines function both as spaces for personal devotion and communal gathering. The presence of such dedicated temples in hamlets underscores the distributed nature of Hindu sacred geography across the region.

Lord Sri Vishnu, the preserver in the Hindu trinity

Welcome to the Sanctum

ಉಗ್ರ ನರಸಿಂಹ

Ugra Narasimha Temple in Honnamaradi, Davanagere district, Karnataka, is an orthodox Hindu shrine dedicated to the fierce manifestation of Vishnu.

Situated in the quiet hamlet of Honnamaradi within Davanagere district, Karnataka, the Ugra Narasimha Temple stands as a place of worship rooted in orthodox Hindu tradition. The temple is dedicated to Narasimha, the fierce avatara of Vishnu, whose iconography represents divine wrath directed at unrighteousness. This manifestation holds particular significance in Hindu philosophy as a symbol of protection and cosmic justice.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
Blessings

ॐ नमो नारायणाय

Sacred Offerings

Sevas & Pujas

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

श्री

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.

  • 04:30 AMSuprabhatamAwakening of the Lord with vedic hymns
  • 07:00 AMTomala SevaOffering of fresh tulsi & flower garlands
  • 11:30 AMRajbhog AartiMidday bhog and naivedyam
  • 04:00 PMUtthapan DarshanReawakening after the afternoon rest
  • 07:00 PMSandhya AartiTwilight worship with conch and bell
  • 09:00 PMShayan AartiFinal blessing — sanctum closes for the night

Plan Your Visit

Reach the Sanctum

Address: Honnamaradi, Karnataka, India 577528

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