Belagavi is known for the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, the winter session of Karnataka’s legislature, the famous Belagavi Kunda, a strong aerospace and defence manufacturing hub, the Belagavi Fort, and beautiful getaways like Gokak Falls, Sural Falls, and the Western Ghats.
It is also known for its rich farming, old markets, education centres, and its unique mix of cultures as a border city.
Belagavi at a glance — What makes it special?
Suvarna Vidhana Soudha and the winter legislature session
Belagavi Kunda – the city’s most famous sweet
India’s first private Aerospace SEZ
Belagavi Fort, Kamal Basti, churches, and old town areas
Weekend spots like Gokak Falls, Sural Falls, Jamboti, Chorla
Rich agriculture – peas, rice, vegetables, dairy
Education hub, defence area, cantonment zone, and a fast-growing city
Suvarna Vidhana Soudha — The building that represents Belagavi
Outside North Karnataka, the first thing people think of when they hear “Belagavi” is the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha.
The yearly winter session held here makes Belagavi the “second capital” of Karnataka.
Its grand design, dome, pillars, and the words “Kayakave Kailasa” make it a landmark for the whole region.
Aerospace, defence & engineering strength
Belagavi was once known mainly for its foundries.
Today, it is known for aerospace and precision engineering, hosting:
India’s first private Aerospace SEZ
Companies that make high-precision parts for global aircraft manufacturers
Belagavi has quietly become an important technology and manufacturing city.
Belagavi Kunda — The sweet that made the city famous
When people think of Belagavi, they think of Kunda.
It is made by slow-cooking khova until it becomes
