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Belgaum lies in the northern part of Karnataka in India and is officially called Belagavi. Lying in the foothills of Western Ghats, this place is known for its scenic beauty and enjoys a cool and pleasant climate throughout the year.  Surrounded by lush green forests, rivers, and mountains, Belgaum is breathtakingly beautiful and attracts tourists from all over the country and far off places. Belgaum also has a strong historical background which dates back to the late 12th century A.D when it was formed. The Belgaum fort, a massive structure that occupies its position in the center of the town was built in 1519. The fort houses some mosques that are several centuries old and a Jain temple, Kamal Basati, which has an idol, Neminantha, made of black stone. The idol dates back to 1204 A.D.

Belgaum Fort. Source http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:General_view_of_the_gateway_of_the_fort,_Belgaum.jpg Belgaum Fort. Photographer James Burgess

Historical sites, temples, mosques, and churches are seen around and within the city which makes it quite popular among tourists. Chikka Basadi though lying in ruins is a magnificent piece of Jain architecture. Kittur Fort, Siddeshwar temple, Hunshevari, Yellur Gad and Kapileshwar temple are some of the important places to be seen.  If you are an ardent lover of nature some of the spots you are not to miss in Belgaum are Jamboti- evergreen forest, Gokak Falls, Godchinamalaki Falls and Vajrapoha Falls. Belgaum experience would be at its best during the months of November, December, and February. Learn more about Belgaum

Kamal Basti (Kamal Basadi), Belgaum: An Ornate Jain Temple

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Kamal Basti, a Jain temple, is an ornate structure that adorns the Belgaum Fort in Belgaum, Karnataka. It gets its name from the massive and beautiful lotus carving in the ceiling of the mandapa in the temple. This Jain temple is under the administration of the Archeological Department of India.  Kamal Basti History The Kamal […]

Avarkhod Hanuman Temple: In A Village Where Silence Reigns Supreme 

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Avarkhod Hanuman temple is cradled in serenity in the quaint village of Avarkhod in the Belgaum district of Karnataka. Besides having a history of 500 years, the temple’s uniqueness is that it is located in the Avarkhod village where silence reigns.  Avarkhod Hanuman temple history The history of the Avarkhod temple dates back approximately 500 […]

Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, Belgaum

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The Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, named so to monumentalize the Golden Jubilee of the formation of the state of Karnataka, was inaugurated on 11 October 2012. It is the second legislative building of the government of Karnataka and is situated in the district of Belgaum. Overview of t Suvarna Vidhana Soudha The building area is around […]