Belgaum

Located in the Western Ghats at 760 meters elevation, Belagavi extends across multiple suburbs including Shahpur and Madhavpur, forming a major commercial nucleus.

The city originated in the 12th century under the Ratta dynasty, who relocated from Saundatti and established control over strategic routes to the Arabian Sea.

The stone fortress from the 16th century contains both a mosque and two Jaina temples, reflecting the religious diversity of the region.

The Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, multiple educational institutions, and industrial zones contribute to Belagavi's status as an educational and manufacturing center.

The Suvarna Vidhana Soudha administrative building, inaugurated in 2012, positions Belagavi as the second capital of Karnataka state alongside Bangalore.

Location: Belagavi district

Elevation above the sea: 784 m

Website: http://belgaumcity.gov.in

GPS coordinates: 15.85727,74.50693

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:16