Belgavi is known as Belgaum and is located in the Western Ghats and foothills of Sahyadri. Surrounded by forests, mountains and rivers it offers spectacular landscapes. Belgavi has cotton-weaving, leather, clay, soap, pottery and metal utensil industries. It is also a busy trading centre on the National Highway. Belgaum is also famous for its temples Chulakya and Veerabhadra. The Belgaum fort was built in 1519 and the history dates back to the 12th-century AD. The grandeur of its building and historical ruins takes you back in time. Breath-taking views, hills, waterfalls attract travellers.
Tourist attractions in Belgavi
From forts to palaces, waterfalls to temples, there is an overabundance of places to visit in Belgavi to satisfy your wanderlust. Major tourist attractions of Belgavi include Belgaum Fort, Gokak Falls, Jamboti Hills and Falls, Shri Ramkrishna Mission Ashram, Military Mahadeva Temple, Rajhansgad Yellur Fort, Kamala Basti, Kittur Fort and Palace, Sri Mauli Devi Temple, Kotekere, Shri Hari Mandir, Hidkal Dam, Kapileshwar Temple, Military Durga Devi Temple, Vajrapoha Falls, St. Mary’s Church, etc.
Things to do in Belgavi
Belgavi or Belgaum is one of the most beautiful cities to visit in Karnataka. There are a lot of things to do in Belgaum like trek to the Rocky Gokak Falls, go on an adventure binge at Bhimgad Adventure Camp, take blessings at Shri Ramakrishna Ashram, seek blessings at the Military Mahadeva Temple, visit Belgaum Fort, camping at Jamboti Hills, take a heritage walk at Kamal Basti. You can also shop for some exclusive brass and wooden items, savour the delicious Belagavi cuisine, and enjoy your holiday and have the best experience at Belgaum.
Belgavi Airport
Belgaum Airport is an airport serving Belgaum or Belgavi city. It is the oldest airport in North Karnataka. To know about operating IndiGo flights from this airport, you can visit IndiGo’s official website or mobile application.
- Airport Address: Bagalkot-Belgaum Rd, Sambra, Karnataka - 591124
- Airport IATA Code: IXG