About Bellary
Hampi to Bellary distnce : 61 km
Estimated travel time : 2 hours
Hampi to Bellary is a very popular route for tourism. Bellary is a historic town. The name Bellary originated from the word Ballard which means Goddess Durgamma. It is said that Goddess manifests herself in this town. Bellary is known as Steel City and Gani Nadu (City of Mining). Bellary is famous for a number of Archaeological sites like the Budhihal, Sanganakallu, Tekkalakote, Kupgal, and Kudithini.
Bellary is famous for its Branded and non-branded DENIM INDUSTRIES. There are around 260 denim manufacturing units in Bellary district. Bellary is rich in natural resources. Bellary has the highest deposits of iron ores in India. Historic sites, farmlands and rich natural resources iron ore, copper, gold, granite, lead, asbestos, limestone, quartz, and dolomite characterized Bellary. One of the major attractions in Bellary is Bellary fort. It is divided into Upper and Lower fort. Fort is surrounded by another hill known as Kumbara Gudda or face hill because it looks like a human face. Bellary is also mentioned in the epic Ramayana. It is said that Lord Rama met Sugreeva and Hanuman at a place called Hampi which is close to Bellary. Other attraction is the famous Shiva Temple of Balleshwara which is another place you must visit during your stay in the city. The historic Turkish Martyrs Graveyard is built in memory of the Turkish soldiers who died in the First World War, and this attracts some history buffs. It is located quite near the airstrip. A number of temples and monuments that are rich in history make this place quite popular among tourists and lovers of history. Other famous town near Bellary is Hampi. It is famous for its ancient ruins and beautiful temples.
Taxi from Hampi to Bellary is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Hampi to Bellary by car is well connected through Daroji-Kamlapura Road and SH 29 and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Hampi to Bellary distance is 61 Km and is 2 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
Kamalapur - Sree Virupaksha Temple, Hampi, Shree Vijaya Vitthala Gudi, Elephant Stables, Lotus Mahal, Queen's Bathhouse
Daroji - Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary
Kudatini - Kaladham, Sri Guru Kottureshwara Temple, Ballari Fort, Lakshmi Narasimha Temple