Belgaum is an old city in Karnataka, built in 12th century by the Ratta dynasty. Belgaum district borders with Maharashtra and have a large Marathi-speaking population.

Belgaum is one of the oldest towns in Karnataka. The historical fort, Kamala Basti, Kapileshwar temple (South Kashi), the hills of Vaijyanath, Ramtirth in Kanbargi, The aerodrome at Sambra etc. are some of the tourist attractions.

Gokak falls, Yellamma Temple (Saundatti), Godachinmalki Falls (Gokak), Belgaum Fort, Kamala Basti, Naviltirtha, Rakaskop (Belgaum), and Kapileshwara Temple are some of the major tourism destinations.

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