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About Bellary
Bellary District is situated on the eastern side of the south Indian state of Karnataka. Granite rocks and hills are a major feature of Bellary, and as a result, granite quarrying is a thriving business here. Several legends have been associated with the naming of this historical place and some events of the great Indian epic – Ramayana, also find connections with Bellary.
A Tour to Bellary will introduce you to the glorious history of the land which is a prime indication of its significant role during the periods of ancient dynasties like the Satavahanas, Kadambas, Chalukyas of Kalyana, Kalachuryas, Sevunas, and Hoysalas.
A major tourist destination in Karnataka, Bellari – located 10 kms north-west of Kottur - is famous for the black stone Chalukyan temple dedicated to Kalleswari. Plan a Tour to Bellary with tourtoindia.com and visit the World Heritage Site – Hampi, and some other places of tourist attraction like Ambali and Mallara nearby.
How To Reach
By Air: Bangalore Airport is the nearest Airport - 300 Kms. Air strip is available at Bellary.
By Rail: Bellary is well-connected by trains with Bangalore, Raichur, Tirupati, Hubli, Guntakal, Vijayawada etc.
By Road: Bellary city is well connected by road to all important cities in Karnataka and the neighboring states.
Tourist Attractions of Bellary
Bellary Fort –
Built atop the Ballari Gudda or the Fort Hill, Bellary Fort was built during the Vijayanagara Empire and later occupied by Hyder Ali in 1769, who got the fort renovated. This is a site worth visit during your tour to Bellary.
Ambali –
Another major destination on Tour to Bellary, Ambali is famous for the black stone Chalukyan temple dedicated to Kalleswari.
Hampi –
The ancient capital of the Vijayanagara rulers, Hampi is a World Heritage Site recognized by UNESCO. The Virupaksha temple, Stone Chariot, Ugra Narasimha, King's Balance, Lotus Mahal, Elephants stables are spots worth seeing here.
Mallara –
Famous for housing the temple dedicated to Shiva in his Mallara or Mallari avataar. The annual festival of Mallara is a major attraction of this site.
Ramanadurga or Ramgad –
This hill station located amid a group of granite hills is home to a temple dedicated to Ramadeva.
Tunga Bhadra Dam –
It is a famous site located near Hospet. The site features a huge dam built on rivers Tunga and Bhadra.
Tourtoindia.com offers online information and bookings for tour to Bellary and to other tourist destinations in Karnataka, India. For further information, please enter your queries in the form below.
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