Dharwad Dharwad, mentioned as `Dharawada' in a record of the 12th century of the Kalyani Chalukyas,is a major town located in the northern part of the state, Ancient Dharwad was ruled by a host of kingdoms which included the Sevunas, the Vijayanagara rulers, Bijapur rulers, Mughuls, Marathas and Haider and Tipu. The Vijayanagara rulers built a fort here which was strengthened by Bijapur rulers. Its door-frame alone remains now. The Durgadevi temple near the fort and the Someshwara temple are notable landmarks. The Mailara Linga temple at Vidyagiri is a Kalyani Chalukyan monument converted into a mosque by Bijapur army but again changed as a temple by the Peshwas. Dharwad has other temples like Venkataramana, Nandi Kola Basavanna, Dattatreya, Ulavi Basavanna and more. The Murugha Matha is a centre of religious activity. Dharwad also has Churches of the Basel Mission and the Catholics. Getting Here: Dharwad is well-connected to Bangalore, Goa, Belgaum and Miraj. Belgaum is the nearest airport, about 140 Kms away. Where to stay: - Private hotels and PWD Rest Houses
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