ನಮ್ಮ ಹಾವೇರಿ

Undertaken By Ministry of Tourisim Government Of India

Wellcome to the
Gateway of North Karnataka

Haveri district is almost in the centre of Karnataka with equal distance from Bidar in the far north to Kollegal in the far south.
It is surrounded by Dharwad and Gadag in the north, Ballari and Davanagere in the east, Shivamogga in the south and Uttara Kannada in the west. Haveri is well known for its rich culture and heritage and is considered as the gateway to North Karnataka.

Religious places

Siddhesvara Temple

Haveri click here for location

The Siddhesvara Temple is considered an ornate example of 12th century Western Chalukyan art. A unique feature about the temple is that it faces west, instead of facing the rising sun in the east which was common in Chalukyan constructions. know more

Tarakeshwara Temple

Hangal click here for location

The temple is dedicated to Lord Tarakeshwara (a form of Lord Shiva). It is believed that the construction of this temple was done by the Kadambas, however it was the Kalyani Chalukyas who made significant changes to make it into the temple we see today.know more

Galageshwara Temple

Galaganatha click here for location

Galageshwara Temple also known as Galaganatha Temple was constructed during the rule of Chalukyas. This temple is very different from other temples since the Gopura seems like raising from the ground. know more

Wild-Life

Ranebennur Blackbuck Sanctuary

Ranebennur click here for location

Ranbenuur Blackbuck Sanctuary was primarily created to protect the majestic Blackbuck antelope. Spread over an area of around 119 sq km, it has a core area of 14.87 km and a buffer zone of 104.13 km. Apart from the Blackbuck, the Sanctuary also has Wolf, Wild Pig, Hyena, Fox, Jackal, Langur, Porcupine, Common Mongoose, Hare and Pangolin. The Sanctuary has witnessed a steady rise in the Blackbuck population since its inception. It is also home to the critically endangered bird ‘the Great Indian Bustard’. know more

Bankapura Peacock Sanctuary

Bankapura click here for location

Bankapura Peacock Sanctuary is the second prominent sanctuary for the preservation and breeding of peacocks in Karnataka. The other one being at Adichunchanagiri. It is situated within the Bankapura Fort and the moat around the fort has become an ideal habitat for the peafowls and peacocks. It is estimated that around 1000 peacocks are there in the sanctuary. It also has other birds like Wood Pecker, Owls, Magpie, Robin, Green Bee Eater, Paradise Flycatcher, Spotted Dove, Parakeet, Kingfisher, Grey Hornbill, etc. know more

Other places

Utsav Rock Garden

Shiggaon click here for location

Utsav Rock Garden is a unique gallery with indoor and outdoor museum which has got 8 world records. It is not only an entertaining amusement park but a centre of art, culture and education. It features the contemporary art and rural culture of North Karnataka. know more

Bada

Bada click here for location

Bada in Haveri district is known for Kanakadasa Palace, built in memory of Kanaka Dasa, a 16th century poet, philosopher and musician who was born here. know more

PRS waterpark