Dharwad

With the high Western Ghats on one side and the vast, flat plains on the other, all covered in a canopy of lush vegetation, Dharwad is a city brimming with life and colour. Sometime in the fifth century, this city saw the rise and fall of a number of powerful kingdoms. Both Hubli and Dharwad are currently considered to be sister cities in the Indian state of Karnataka. A large transportation and distribution hub is being built in the city, which has its origins in agriculture. Dharwad is a tourist hotspot due to its beautiful landscapes, scenic vistas and diverse cultural offerings that will leave you mesmerised.

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Things To See & Do

Mylaralinga Temple

Mylaralinga Temple

Dedicated to Lord Mailari
Lord Mailari, a manifestation of Shiva, is honoured in the Mylaralinga Temple. This temple was constructed in the Chalukyan style in the 12th century. Several Shiv Lingas can be found outside this temple, which is situated on a hill known as "Mylaralinga Gudda."

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Ulavi Channabasaveshwara Temple

Ulavi Channabasaveshwara Temple

Hindu temple for devotees
Located in the heart of the Uttara Kannada District, the Ulavi Channabasaveshwara Temple is one of the most revered Hindu temples in all of Karnataka. Set in a beautiful woodland, this area gained fame as the final resting place of Channabasavanna, a revered saint of the Lingayat sect.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Bhavani Shankar Temple

Bhavani Shankar Temple

Stunning shrine for Hindus
Dharwad is home to the revered Bhavani Shankar Temple, which is devoted to Vishnu. The Bhavani Shankar Temple is a Hindu temple in India that was likely constructed in the Chalukyan style by the Chalukyan monarch Someshwara 11 between the years 1068 and 1076 A.D.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Someshwara Temple

Someshwara Temple

Popular Hindu temple
Dharwad is home to a number of ancient religious sites, including the Someshwara Temple. The shrine was constructed during the Chalukya era, and its two most famous features are the sculptures of Mahisha Mardini and Chaturbhuja Ganapati.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Nuggikeri Hanuman Temple

Nuggikeri Hanuman Temple

Peaceful place of worship
Lord Hanuman is honoured in the historic Nuggikeri Hanuman Temple in Dharwad. On Saturdays, hundreds of worshippers come to this temple to pray to Lord Hanuman from all across the state.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Shri Shringeri Shankar Math

Shri Shringeri Shankar Math

Tranquil Hindu shrine
Dharwad is home to the Shri Shringeri Shankar Math, a shrine housing statues of Shri Sharadambha and Shri Shankaracharya. Intricate patterns of tiles, ceramic figurines, and grass lawns adorn this Dharwad-based educational facility.

1 to 2 hours

Suggested Time

Nrupatunga Betta

Nrupatunga Betta

Perfect spot for picnic
Hubli's Nrupatunga Betta, above Unkal Hill, is a beautiful setting for a picnic. Many visitors come to take in the scenic sights. From here, one could see both Dharwad and Hubli, the two cities that make up the twin cities.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Dattatreya Temple Near Dharwad

Dattatreya Temple Near Dharwad

Revered Hindu temple
Dharwad is a Hindu temple dedicated to the Lord Dattatreya that can be seen near Gandhi Chowk. Lord Dattatreya, who is worshipped there, is seen as an incarnation of the Hindu trinity, Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu.

2 to 3 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Dharwad

Winter Destination

  • NOV-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUL-OCT

    Moderate Season

  • MAR-JUN

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Clear skies with cool breeze in the mornings and evenings.
  • Things You'll Love:Shopping complexes, architectural gems and parks

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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Pattadakal Dance FestivalJanuary

Makar SankrantiSecond Week of January

UgadiFirst Week of April

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