Northern Karnataka is a region in Karnataka consisting of the districts of Ballari, Bidar, Kalaburgi, Koppal, Raichur, Yadgir and Vijayanagara. It is home to the stunning religious and archeological site of Hampi, capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. One part of Hyderabad State, Northern Karnataka is full of other-worldly geology and nature.
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Map of Northern Karnataka
- 1 Bellary (Ballari)
- 2 Bidar — A medieval fortified citadel complete with a fort and several mosques and tombs
- 3 Hospet (Hosapete)
- 4 Kalaburagi (Gulbarga) — Former capital of the Bahamni Sultanate. Remains of fort, tombs and temples. Also, a newly constructed Buddhist Vihar.
- 5 Raichur
- 6 Yadgir (Yadagiri)
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[edit]- 1 Hampi — the ruins of the fabulous Vijayanagar Empire. Considered to be one of the finest cities in its time circa 14th and 15th centuries. Hampi Utsav in the 1st week of November celebrates its history. The ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- 2 Toranagallu
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