Belagavi has earned the distinction of being the second district in Karnataka with the highest number of officially recognized tourist destinations, thanks to the inclusion of three new sites this year. Under the Tourism Policy 2024–29, the district now boasts 100 tourist destinations, up from 97 earlier.
Newly Added Tourist Spots
Trikuteshwara Temple, Vakkund (Bailhongal taluk) – A Jain temple complex surrounded by the Malaprabha River, appearing like an island. Though the ancient village is submerged, the temple corridors still preserve Jain images.
Shivatirth Mahal, Raibag – The summer residence of Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj (1904–1911), featuring a scenic 26-acre lake, temples of Amba Bhavani and Shiva, and a dargah of Sufi Saint Abutali. Currently in a dilapidated condition due to neglect.
Koligudda, Raibag taluk – Known for Anand Ashram’s palanquin festival during Dasara and the striking 18-foot-tall black granite idol of Goddess Kalika near Kalika Devi Temple.
Existing 97 Tourist Destinations
(from the Department of Tourism’s official Belagavi Circuit booklet)
Belagavi City & Around: Belagavi Fort, Kamal Basadi, Military Mahadeva Temple, Kapileshwar Temple, Ramakrishna Ashram, Veer Soudha (Congress Well), Rajhansgad (Yellur Fort), Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, Kote Kere, Belagavi Zoo, St. Mary’s Church, Bogarves Circle, Khade Bazaar, Shahpur Market.
Waterfalls & Natural Spots: Gokak Falls, Godchinamalaki Falls, Sada Falls Trek, Chikale Falls, Chigule Viewpoint, Dhupdal Dam & Bird Sanctuary, Hidkal Dam, Naviluteertha Dam, Sogal Falls, Markandeya River valley, Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary, Kankumbi Mauli Temple region.
Historic & Cultural Sites: Kittur Fort & Museum, Sangolli Rayanna Rock Garden, Veera Rani Chennamma Samarak (Bailhongal), Channamma Circle, Hindalga Jail, Parasgad Fort, Savadatti Fort, Sirasangi Lingaraj Desai Fort, Ashoka Vana (Mullurgudda), Shirasangi Kalika Devi Temple, Halasi Bhuvaraha Narasimha Temple, Kamala Narayan Temple (Degaon), Examba Beereshwar Temple, Chinchali Mayakka Temple, Nidasoshi Durdundeshwar Math, Alaknur Karisiddeshwar Temple, Mughalkod Yallalingeshwar Math, Raybag Rajwada.
Spiritual & Religious Circuits: Renuka Yallamma Temple (Saundatti), Panchalingeshwar Temple (Hooli), Godachi Veerabhadreshwar Temple, Veerabhadreshwar Temple (Yadur, Chikkodi), Mugalkhod Math, Arabhavi Math, Hebbanatti Hanuman Temple, Kapileshwar (Dakshina Kashi), Channamma Smarak, Miraculous Cross (Nandgad).
Other Attractions: Central Village Pottery Institute (Khanapur), Adventure Sports Facility (Nanawadi), Kanneri Math, Viraj Junction (V Park), Arabhavi spiritual retreat, local sugarcane and grape farm experiences, regional fairs and cultural festivals like Kittur Utsava, Chinchali Jatra, and Yellamma Devi celebrations.
Belagavi’s Tourism Edge
With a combination of forts, waterfalls, wildlife sanctuaries, temples, heritage monuments, and modern attractions, Belagavi offers a diverse experience that appeals to pilgrims, adventure seekers, history enthusiasts, and nature lovers alike.
From the iconic Gokak Falls to the historic Kittur Fort, the spiritual heights of Yellamma Gudda, and the natural charm of Bhimgad forests, Belagavi truly stands out as a “100-spots wonder” in Karnataka’s tourism map.
100 Tourist Destinations of Belagavi District
New Additions (2024)
- Trikuteshwara Temple, Vakkund (Bailhongal)
- Shivatirth Mahal, Raibag
- Koligudda, Raibag taluk
Belagavi City & Around
- Belagavi Fort
- Kamal Basadi (inside Belagavi Fort)
- Military Mahadeva Temple
- Kapileshwar Temple (Dakshina Kashi)
- Ramakrishna Ashram
- Veer Soudha (Congress Well)
- Rajhansgad Fort (Yellur Fort)
- Suvarna Vidhana Soudha
- Kote Kere (Fort Lake)
- Belagavi Zoo (Mini Zoo / Rani Chennamma Park)
- St. Mary’s Church
- Bogarves Circle
- Khade Bazaar (traditional market)
- Shahpur Market (handicrafts & sarees)
- Alepak & Sugarcane Juice Streets
- Belagavi Club
- Hindalga Jail
Waterfalls, Lakes & Natural Attractions
- Gokak Falls
- Godchinamalaki Falls (Markandeya Falls)
- Sada Falls Trek (Khanapur)
- Chikale Falls (Chikale village)
- Chigule Viewpoint (Western Ghats)
- Dhupdal Dam & Bird Sanctuary
- Hidkal Dam (Raja Lakhamagouda Dam)
- Naviluteertha Dam Backwaters
- Sogal Falls (Sogal village)
- Asoga Riverside & Temple
- Malaprabha River at Sogal
- Markandeya River Valley
- Kankumbi Mauli Temple area
- Bhimgad Wildlife Sanctuary
- Bhimgad Fort ruins
- Hebbanatti Hanuman Temple
- Bhoothnath Temple (Khanapur)
- Ramling Temple (Khanapur)
- Miraculous Cross (Nandgad)
- CVPI (Central Village Pottery Institute, Khanapur)
- Adventure Sports Facility (Nanawadi)
Historic & Cultural Monuments
- Kittur Fort & Rani Chennamma Palace Museum
- Sangolli Rayanna Rock Garden
- Veera Rani Channamma Samarak (Bailhongal)
- Channamma Circle (Belagavi)
- Parasgad Fort (Savadatti)
- Savadatti Fort (Saundatti)
- Sirasangi Lingaraj Desai Fort
- Shirasangi Kalika Devi Temple
- Ashoka Vana (Mullurgudda)
- Shabari Kolla (near Sureban)
- Channamma Smarak (Bailhongal)
- Rajwada Palace (Raibag, also called Shahu’s Rajwada)
- Hukkeri Tombs
- Central Pottery Village Institute (Khanapur)
- Bhimgad Golf Course & Adventure Park
- Viraj Junction (V Park, eco-park near Belagavi)
Temples & Spiritual Sites
- Halasi Bhuvaraha Narasimha Temple (Kadamba-era)
- Kamala Narayan Temple, Degaon
- Panchalingeshwar Temple, Hooli
- Renuka Yellamma Temple, Savadatti (Yellammana Gudda)
- Godachi Veerabhadreshwar Temple
- Shri Veerabhadreshwar Temple, Yadur (Chikkodi)
- Durdundeshwar Math, Nidasoshi
- Mugalkhod Yallalingeshwar Math (Raibag)
- Chinchali Mayakka Temple (Raibag)
- Examba Beereshwar Temple (Athani)
- Alaknur Karisiddeshwar Temple (Raibag)
- Mauli Temple, Kanakumbi
- Kanneri Math (near Belagavi)
- Arabhavi Math
- Kalika Devi Temple, Shirasangi
- Amrutheshwar Temple (Athani region)
- Shivayog Temple
- Yellur Durga Devi Temple (inside Rajhansgad Fort)
Villages, Cultural & Heritage Trails
- Nandgad village (Sangolli Rayanna Smarak)
- Sangolli Rayanna Smarak (Nandgad)
- Sangolli Village Rock Memorials
- Channamma Tomb (Bailhongal)
- Sureban Village (Shabari Mata Temple)
- Kittur town heritage walk
- Gokak Textiles Mill (industrial heritage)
- First Hydro Power Plant in Asia (Gokak)
- Dolmens & Megalithic Remains, Konnur
- Local Sugarcane Farms (Raibag & Athani region)
- Grape Farms (Chikkodi & Raibag region)
- Local village fairs (Chinchali Jatra, Yellamma Devi fair, Maragai fair, Kittur Utsava)
- Naviluteertha watersports zone
- Local pottery cluster, Khanapur
- Savadatti town (fort, Yellamma, Parasgad cluster)
Modern Attractions & Experiences
- Suvarna Soudha (legislative building)
- Adventure off-road sports at Track 1, Nanawadi
- Viraj Junction (eco-fun park)
- Tilakwadi & Deshmukh Road shopping streets
- Local food hubs – Khunda, Kardhant, Jolad Roti trail
- Local multiplexes & urban entertainment (Belagavi city)
- Kolhapur Mahalaxmi Temple (just across district border, part of Belagavi circuit itineraries)
The 3 New Recognitions
- Trikuteshwara Temple, Vakkund (Bailhongal)
- Shivatirth Mahal, Raibag
- Koligudda (Raibag taluk, Kalika Devi Temple hill with 18-ft idol)