Bellary City Guides

Bellary also known as ‘Ballary’ is a famous district located in the state of Karnataka. This town got its name from the word Balari which usually refers to goddess Durugamma. As goddess Durugamma had manifested herself in the town that makes it a dwelling of the goddess. According to the folklore, there are many events which are related to the great epic Ramayana and are concerned with this place.

It is also said as per the myths that while Rama was searching for Sita, met Sugreeva and Hanuman at a place near Hampi. According to history, this place has played significant role during Satavahanas, Kadambas, Chalukyas of Kalyana, Kalachuryas, Sevunas, and Hoysalas' period. Bellary travel guide will help you to find some nice and comfortable hotels here.

Bellary is well connected by road to different parts of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Goa. There are inter-city bus connection between major cities of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra and Goa. The intra-city transport network is serviced by Bhuvana Vijaya Nagara Sarige a division of NEKRTC (North East Karnataka Road Transport Corporation) city buses connecting important points in the city.

There are two railway stations serving Bellary, both built during British rule. The city station (Bellary Junction) and the Cantonment station (Cantonment). The city is served by the Hubli - Guntakal line and the extended Bellary–Rayadurgam - Chitradurga line and falls under the jurisdiction of South Western Railway.

Bellary Airport and Vidyanagar Airport are the nearest airports to Bellary, both has had no scheduled services operating. The nearest international airport is Kempegowda International Airport, located at Bangalore, 286 km away from Bellary.

Bellary Quick Facts

State: Karnataka
Languages: Kannada and English
Weather: Summer 40 to 33°C / Winter 10 to 26°C
Best time to visit: Oct - March
STD Code: 08392
Famous For: Religious

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