Saundatti is an old town that rose out of the riverine basin of the River Malaprabha. Its skyline is dominated by a fort and the many temple towers. The history of the town goes back more than a thousand years ago when it was an important part of the Ratta Dynasty. The Jain religion flourished […]
Belgaum, a charming city nestling in the foothills of the Western Ghats.It is located 502 Kms from Bangalore and 125 Kms from Goa Learn more about Belgaum here.
The Intriguing Beauty of Belgaum
Belgaum, the Bamboo Village or Belagavi as it is officially known, is a quiet place that rests in the foothills of the Western Ghats. 502 km from Bangalore and 154 km from Panaji, Belgaum enjoys a stable cool climate with the serenity of nature surrounding it in the form of mountains, rivers, and lush green […]
Kittur Fort and Palace, Belgaum – A Historical Heritage
Kittur Fort is one of the major historical monuments in Karnataka and one of its famous tourist attractions. The fort is located in the town of Kittur that is situated at a distance of about 50 km from Belgaum and around 32 km from Dharwad. The small town of Kittur gained fame and recognition due […]
Godachinamalki Falls, Belgaum – The Cascading Beauty
Godachinamalki Falls is a splendid waterfall situated in a lush green valley of Karnataka. The waterfall is located in the Belgaum district of the state, near the village of Godachinamalki that stands at a distance of about 15 km from Gokak town and 40 km from Belgaum town. The waterfall has a height of about […]
Sural Falls, Belgaum
Sural Falls is one of the most amazing natural sights in Karnataka. The beautiful waterfall is located at a distance of 32 km from Khanapur in the Belgaum district of Karnataka. Nestled amongst the greenery of the Western Ghats the picturesque waterfall is also known as ‘Venezuela of Karnataka.’ The waterfall is about 300 feet […]
Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, Belgaum
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 […]
Malaprabha Dam, Belagavi
The Malaprabha dam is the shortest dam in Karnataka. It was built across the Malaprabha river in Belgaum. It is a tributary of the famous Krishna river. It is located in small town called Saundatti in Belagavi. This dam has been designed to meet the drinking water requirements of the people of Belgaum, Dharwad, Gadag […]
Jaina Temple, Halasi
District: Belgaum Town: Halasi Temple: Jaina Temple Halasi is an ancient town that lies 25 kilometers away from Kittur, in the Belgaum district of Karnataka. It is famous for its many temples – Jain, Shaivite and Vaishnavite. Jaina Temple – Overview Several inscriptions excavated around Halasi refer to a Jain temple here that received several […]
Kamala Narayana Temple, Degaon
District: Belgaum Town: Degaon Temple: Kamala Narayana Temple The Kamala Narayana temple is located in Degaon, five km from Kittoor in the district of Belgaum of North Karnataka. It was built by a queen of the Kadamaba dynasty in the 12th century. Kamala Narayana Temple – Overview The name of the village Degaon is believed […]
Kamal Basadi, Belgaum
District: Belgaum Town: Belgaum City Temple: Kamal Basadi The Kamal Basadi is one of the two Jain temples inside the Belgaum Fort. There is another Jain temple here called the Chikka Basadi, but that temple is currently in ruins. Kamal Basadi – Overview Belgaum has for long been a center for Jainism, and the region […]
