Kolar district, Administrative district in Bengaluru division, India
Kolar district is an administrative area in southern Karnataka stretching across multiple taluks. The territory includes varied terrain and borders several neighboring regions.
The region was a battleground between major kingdoms during the medieval period and contains numerous stone inscriptions. These monuments document a long history of human settlement and rule.
Religious sites throughout the district serve as gathering places where local communities celebrate festivals and observe daily prayers. These temples reflect how faith shapes the rhythm of life for many inhabitants.
The district connects to major cities through a network of roads and highways. Visitors should prepare for varying road conditions and transportation options when exploring different areas.
The region became known as a mining center with deposits that shaped its development. Though large-scale extraction belongs to the past, the landscape and abandoned sites still bear traces of this industrial heritage.
Location: Bangalore division
Capital city: Kolar
Shares border with: Bengaluru Rural district
Website: http://kolar.nic.in
GPS coordinates: 13.13330,78.13330
Latest update: December 12, 2025 15:14
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