Hubli, officially known as Hubballi, is a city in Northwestern Karnataka. The city is a bustling trading centre of little scenic beauty.
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The twin cities of Hubli and Dharwad are unified by single Municipal Corporation. Hubli-Dharwad is the second biggest urban area of Karnataka after Bengaluru. The name Hubballi literally means "flower creeper" in Kannada. Dharwad is a charming quaint town spread across seven little hills. Hubli is commercial hub. Hubli is also a noted industrial town. This historic town was known as Raya Hubli and also as Elaya Puravada Halli during the ancient times. This city metamorphosed into an important commercial centre for trade in cotton and iron during the reign of the Vijaynagara empire. The city is noted for its handloom textile units and has many cotton ginning and processing mills.
There are various options available to travel within the city. There is a good suburban city bus service connecting various parts of Hubli and Dharwad. Local Rickshaws are also available, though you will have to bargain hard as they refuse to ply by the meter. The best option would be to hire a local taxi from any of the travel agents. There are city buses running at the frequency of 2 minutes between Hubli and Dharwad. Also from Dharwad Central Bus Terminus (CBT) to various localities of Dharwad. One can hire autorickshaws to visit different places within city limits. Private taxis are also available.
Venkateshwara temple behind Nrupatunga Betta (hill) for calm and serenity. 5 km from Chennamma Circle. Gayatri Tapovan- near Tadasa, 21 km on Bengaluru Road, Water Park 9 km from Chennamma Circle on Karwar Road. 1 Unkal Lake and Bund Garden (4 km from Hubli on Dharwad Road.). 2 Chandramauleshwara Temple. 11th-century Shiva temple. (updated Dec 2022) 3 Banashankari Temple. (updated Dec 2022) 4 Nrupatunga Betta (5 km from chennamma circle.). promising panoramic view of the expanse of Hubli City- with in city, (updated Feb 2026) 5 Indira Gandhi Glass House, Sadashiva Nagar (walking distance from Chennamma circle).
Jowar Rotti Badanikai Palya Red Chilli Chutney Biryani Paradise, Unkal Cross. Ground Nut Powder etc. New Bombay Hotel, Old Hubli Chat Smoking Joes Pizzas Good North Indian and South Indian restaurants are in plenty Do visit the local khanavalis (Kannada name of "hotel") which provide authentic North Karnataka food, they are plenty and aptly priced around ₹30 to ₹50 per meals. Seven Beans: a superb cafe located at Vidyanagar, Hubli. Visit to see the local youngsters congregating and for some great coffees! Also provides free unlimited WI-FI, a library, business solutions etc. Canara Hotel, Hosur.
Lassi Butter milk The juice shop opposite Janata Bazar sells delicious juices The juice of sugar cane all season you can drink in all over hubli or dharwar, Abhiman hotel, Opp kims main gate (Vidhyanagar). Onion chicken, natti chicken, neer dosa, boiled shenga ,g p dry, ring pakoda Nirmila Kitchen, Ashok Nagar (Near old railway gate), ☏ +91 9663860907. Specialist in North Indian Thalis and Prathas 1 OMG Lounge, Poolside at The Hans Hotel, ☏ +91 8362374772. 3:30-11:30PM. An intimate & fashionable lounge bar. It combines international standards with a touch of Indian warmth and hospitality & presents a distinctive dining experience.
Guide content from Wikivoyage contributors (CC BY-SA) — abridged; the full article has much more.
In Oct, Hubli typically sees ~28°C daytime highs and 21 rainy days.
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