Hubli is my birth place and it was initially known as Hubballi meaning flowering creeper in Kannada. This is one of the major cities of Karnataka. The twin cities of Hubli and Dharwad are the second largest economic contributors in Karnataka. It is situated 425 Km from Bangalore and 20 Km from Dharwad.
Brief History
Vijayanagara Rayas, Adilshahis, Bassappa Shetty (New Hubli), Marathas, Savanur Nawab, Haider Ali, and last but not the least British have been responsible for the cultural influences in the city.
Hubli is known to exist before the 16th century.
Other facts about the city
Kannada is the major language spoken. The climate is pleasant throughout the year. Many industries thrive in this city along with software companies. Many Handloom weaving centers are running successfully here.
Hubli-Municipal council was established on August 15, 1855.
Places of interest in and around Hubli are:
- Bhavanishankar temple in old Hubli
- Chandramauleshwara / Chaturlinga temple in Unakal
- Shambulinga temple in Kundgol
- Mooru Savira Mutt
- Unkal Lake
- Sidharoodha Math
- Asar
- Nrupatunga Hill
- Shrine of great sufi sait Sayed Fateh Shah Vali
- Banashankari Temple Amargol
Crops of this region are Chilies, Cotton, Jower, Corn, and so on. The cotton market in Hubli is supposed to be the biggest in India.
Durgadabail is a great place to shop. Shop for the local varieties of Brinjal, Green Chilies, Cucumber, Pink Onions. You can also shop for local cotton sarees, iron tava, and yummy eatables like Dharwad Pedha from line bazaar in Dharwad or from Mishra Pedha, Hubli, Avalakki Chivda etc.
Place Statistics:
Type of place: City
Situated: Karnataka
Distance: 405 Km from Bangalore
Transport: Well connected by road, rail and air
Facilities: Many hotels are available for staying to suit all budgets
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Hi Shantha,
Feeling happy to read the article about Hubli. I brought up at Hubli, by reading this article I remember all my childhood and college days. Its a very nice place. Thanks for sharing the article about Hubli.
Hema
Hi Hema,
Thanks for visiting, yes Hubli is a very nice place.
Regards,
Shantha
Shantha ,please give some traditional regional reciepes.
thank you
Hi Vinutha,
Please check the link below for recipes:
http://www.itslife.in/category/vegetarian-recipes
Cheers,
Shantha
Hey Shantha,
I happend to stumble about your blog when I was googling about Brahmachaitanya maharaj.We seem to have lot in common. I was born and brought up in Hubli, and I spent my summer vacation in Gadag, home of my maternal grand-parents, who are followers of Gondavlekar maharaj. And it was Brahmachaitanya maharaj who got my great grandparents married in Beldhadi ! Also I read your post about Kurtakoti. My maternal grand father’s sister was married into the household of kurtakoti zamindars. Your blog indeed refreshed my childhood memories 🙂
Hi Rashmi,
Nice to meet you online and yes, we do have a lot in common. Isn’t the world small!?
June 3rd and 4th, a temple dedicated to Brahmachaitanya Maharaj is inaugurated in Kurtkoti built by my uncle Dr.N.R.Patil. If you or any of your relatives are interested, they can visit the place during this time.
Regards,
Shantha
Hiiiii Shantha,
This is really very good article. In simply words reading some thing about hubli makes me happy. But i wanted mention one thing “there are many industries but the majority for it and ites industry is like nothing.” isn’t.
I would like to see one more article regarding the it and ites industries in hubli.
Regards,
Mohammed Rafique
Hi Mohammed,
Thank you for liking this article. Yes you are right, that there are not many IT industries in Hubli and it has all the potential to be another IT hub of Karnataka. Hope it improves in the future.
Keep visiting,
Shantha
Hi , Mandya is my birth place and it cal Gowdra Jille, Mandya district is part of large plateau from Mysore to the edges of Easter Ghats. Therefore, there are not many legends describing the origin of the district as such, but there are quite a few legends describing the origin of the place. History Gangas, Cholas, Vijayanagar Empire, Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV was invested with full ruling powers. He ruled for 38 years and earned for himself the name of “Creator of Modern Mysore” by his benevolent and efficient administration. He died in August 1940 and was succeeded by… Read more »
hi
Feeling happy to read the article about Hubli. July month i m visiting hubli..for official purpose.
Hi Santhosh,
Thank you for patiently writing about Mandya district. I have written about some of the places you have listed out.
Regards,
Shantha
hi
thanks mam.
Hubli-Dharwad a twin city is undoubtedly hot spot of Karnataka. It is 2nd largest urban center after banglore and is NXT-Gen II City poised to help any I.T., B.P.O. & Bio Technology companies because advantage of a structure like software technology parks of India (STPI) major telecom companies. Up coming International Airport, Golden Quadrilateral highway (NH-4), South Western Railway Zone for Rail support Karnataka High Court and International Cricket Studium (K.S.C.A.). Karnataka Government’s planning to make Hubli-Dharwad a Educational Hub with Karnataka University, University of Agricultural Sciences & Law University with many engineering, medical, business management & other colleges.
Hi Megharaj,
It is good hear about the potential of growth in Hubli city.
Regards,
Shantha
Hi Niirup,
Thanks for sharing the information about Hubli. Think, You forgot to mention about Hubli’s Kings i.e: Dhakate Gondkar (Now populered as Dakappa circle) and Dajiba (Now Populered as Dajiban Peth). Let me know if you need any information on the same. pls feel free to contact below number.
Kiran G
+8861124279
Hi Kiran,
Thank you for the information, the readers will be greatly benefited.
Regards,
Shantha
Hi All,
Hubli is a very nice and good place to stay and enjoy. we are looking and hoping for Hubli to become next IT HUB of the state/country. Hubli has every potential to emerge as next IT HUB in the state.
Regards,
Deepak DM
Yes, you are right Deepak. Let us hope that it becomes the next happening IT hub in the state.
Shantha,
We are all curious and very eagerly waiting for that moment. In that case I think I wud be the first person to run to Hubli…
I do understand your sentiments 🙂 of going back to your home town. The hot Bhakri with butter melting over it served with Yennagai palya and a spicy Mirchi Bhaji to bite into….mouth watering!
My mouth is watering is now.