Leaning Temple of Huma, Bimaleswar Temple, Huma, Sambalpur, Hirakhand

The Huma Temple in Sambalpur is a serene and historic site, known for its picturesque setting on the banks of the Mahanadi River. The temple's ancient architecture and religious significance make it a popular destination for devotees and tourists alike, offering a peaceful retreat and a glimpse into Odisha's rich cultural heritage.

The leaning temple of Huma is specifically dedicated to Lord Shiva and other deities like Lord Bajrangbali and Goddess Kali also worshiped. Since my childhood this place is one of my favorites due to it's mysteries and folk tales. A must visit place of Sambalpur.

The Leaning Temple of Huma in India is one of only a very few leaning temples in the world. It is located in Huma, a village situated on the bank of the Mahanadi, 23 km south of Sambalpur in the Indian state of Odisha. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Bimaleshwar.The temple was rebuilt or renovated by King Baliar Singh (1660–1690 A.D.), the fifth Chauhan king of Sambalpur. The rest of the temples were built during the rule of King Ajit Singh (1766–1788 A.D.) of Sambalpur. Bimaleswar temple, Huma 'Kudo' Fish at the river bank. They eat edibles from visitors' hands.The village contains the Leaning temple dedicated to Lord Siva, which was built in the reign of Baliar Singh, the fifth Raja of Sambalpur. The worship of Siva is said to have been initiated by a milkman(Gauda), who daily crossed the Mahanadi to a place on the bank where the underlying rock croped out.The temple is positioned on a rocky outcrop but leaning and it is assumed that flood in the river or earthquake might have caused displacement of the rocky bed. This tilting has fascinated historians, sculptors and other researchers. It is surprising that the main temple is tilted in one direction, whereas the other small temples are tilted in other directions. Every structure within the temple complex is in a tilted condition, including the boundary wall.if you want to visit this place come between winter season in this season the environment of this area is more beautiful than other seasons .

A village in the Sambalpur Subdivision, situated on the left bank of the Mahanadi, 23 kms. south of Sambalpur. The village contains the Leaning temple dedicated to Lord Siva, which was built in the reign of Baliar Singh, the fifth Raja of Sambalpur.

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The worship of Siva is said to have been initiated by a milkman(Gauda), who daily crossed the Mahanadi to a place on the bank where the underlying rock croped out. Here he daily offered his dole of milk, which was at once drunk up by the rock, and this miraculous circumstance led to enquiries, which ended in the construction of the present temple.

The temple Huma is about 23 kms towards the southern direction of Sambalpur, Orissa. Huma is well linked with Sambalpur and other cities and towns of Orissa by Road. After reaching Huma one can easily get to the leaning temple which is inside the village of Huma.The Leaning Temple of Huma in India is one of only a very few leaning temples in the world. . The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Bimaleshwar.The finest time to come to this leaning temple is from October to March. As during this time the weather condition of Huma remain pleasant and also many fairs and festivals are organized in the temple during this period of time like the Shivratri which is among the significant festival for the main deity of this temple which is the deity Shiva.

This is really a wonderful temple , situated just beside the mahanadi river . This is the only Leaning temple inside India . This was made by king Balaram. Deva , first king of sambalpur in 17 th century . This temple is dedicated to. Lord bimaleswar . Inside the temple you will see a sculpture of big snake .
This temple is very popular among local people and opens between 6 am to 6 pm daily .

Huma Temple is located in Huma village on the bank of the Mahanadi, 23 km south of Sambalpur in the Indian state of Orissa. The Leaning Temple of Huma in India is one of only two leaning temples in the world. This temple was built by King Baliar Singh the fifth Chauhan king of Sambalpur in1660–1690 A.D

This is one of the wonders that are not famous in this world. Everyone knows leaning tower of Pisa, but a few people know about the leaning temple of Huma. Built by maharaja Anangabhima dev, this temple is a wonder. The main temple leans almost 15 degrees along with the other small temple inside the campus also lean. Even if the boundary wall and gates are leaning structure. All structures are there as is for centauries and lord Mahadev is the protector of this place. The temple is situated in the banks of river. It gives a mesmerizing view in mornings and evenings. There is a small island in the river in which there is a huge statue of Shiva and people go there by boat to visit and worship.

Huma Temple is Situated around 30km away from Sambalpur.This temple is slight band and the mail attraction of the temple is Golden Fishes in the River Behind the Temple.

An unique temple to visit in Sambalpur, it is leaning up-to some angle and it’s really interesting to observe as total structure of the temple is leaning.
After visiting the temple, you can go to the river side to feed the fishes and biscuits are available there. Really beautiful view and there are big fishes.
Highly recommended, definitely visit this temple it’s an unique experience.

We visited a few days ago. The Leaning Temple of Huma situated on the bank of the Mahanadi, 23 km south of Sambalpur in the state of Odisha. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Bimaleshwar. During Sivaratri there are so many pilgrims visited.If you wish to visit Sambalpur then include this temple with your sightseeing list.

Well maintained temple. Unique architecture.

Temple is very quite with full of spiritual energy. Lord Mahadev and temple of Jagannath, Maa Parvati mandir are there. The best part is boating to a small temple 100m far and enjoying the view, rocks, atmosphere of Mahanadi river.

Temple lean to one sided. It's situated sambalpur district of Odisha. It's situated on the bank of huma river. One of the very good player place. Huma temple situated near about 3km in the main road. Approach road is also good. One of the story that are related with cow and Shiva.

Lovely place for devotees...this temple is situated beside mahanadi river.. excellent view. This temple is created in such a way that whatever angle you look at it, you will find it leaning towards you..

Leaning temple of huma is only one of the two leaning temples in the world located in the bank of river Mahanadi only 23 kms away from sambalpur. Temple is dedicated to lord shiva(bimaleswar). Main temple is tilted in one direction where as the other temples in another direction. The river base is very rocky and main attraction of the river ks "kudo fish". You can feed them the foods prepared by locals out there.

The Leaning Temple of Huma in India is one of only two leaning temples in the world. It is located in Huma, a village situated on the bank of the Mahanadi, 23 km south of Sambalpur in the Indian state of Odisha. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Lord Bimaleshwar.

The Bhairavi Devi temple is situated to the left of the main temple, and the Bhairo temple is situated to the right of the main temple. According to historical records, Ganga Vamsi Emperor Anangabhima Deva-III built this temple. The temple was rebuilt or renovated by King Baliar Singh (1660–1690 A.D.), the fifth Chauhan king of Sambalpur. The rest of the temples were built during the rule of King Ajit Singh (1766–1788 A.D.) of Sambalpur.

The worship of Siva is said to have been initiated by a milkman(Gauda), who daily crossed the Mahanadi to a place on the bank where the underlying rock croped out. Here he daily offered his dole of milk, which was at once drunk up by the rock, and this miraculous circumstance led to enquiries, which ended in the construction of the present temple. Huma is a place of pilgrimage, and is also visited by strangers out of curosity to see the different kind of fish in the river. A great fair takes place at the foothill in March every year on the occasion of Sivratri. The presiding diety is Bimaleswar Siva.
The special type of fish found here are called as Kudo fish. They are said to be so tame that they will eat sweets and other foods from the hands of those who bathe close to the temple. During auspicious days they are called by their names and given the prasad of the God. Here nobody tries to catch them as they are believed to be the assets of the God.
Now about the main point of attraction i.e. the tilted structure of temple. From the investigation, nobody able to give satisfying reply. The surprising thing is, the main temple tilted to one direction and other small temples tilted to some other direction. And within the temple complex i.e. within the boundaries of temple, everything found to be in tilted condition including the boundaries. Now again the angle of inclination is not changed since last 40/50 years as said by the villagers and priests. However the structure is tilted may be due to some geological reason, may be the earth crust is un-even in structure.
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The only leaning temple in western odisha with having good ambience. Free parking also available nearby. It's situated at Mahanadi river bank. You can see lot of fish in different sizes.

You will had a great experience over here, to enjoy the only Leaning temple in the India.

In the back of the temple mahanadi river goes silent and you can find big size fish you are allowed to give food to fish but , fishing is strictly prohibited.

You can have an pleasant evening or night if you are coming after sunset.

Temple open before sunrise and it gets closed after sunset.