Kolar district, Karnataka

Kolar, also known as Kolar Gold Fields, is a district in the state of Karnataka. It is located in the southeastern part of the state, and is bounded by the Tumkur district to the north, the Chikkaballapur district to the west, the Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu to the south, and the Bangalore Rural district to the east. The district headquarters is Kolar.

Nearby Districts

The three districts that are located near Kolar are:

  • Tumkur
  • Chikkaballapur
  • Krishnagiri

Weather

The weather in Kolar is generally hot and dry. The average temperature ranges from 25 to 40 degrees Celsius. The best time to visit is during the winter months, from November to February.

Pin Code

The pin code of Kolar is 563101.

Vehicle Registration

The vehicle registration number for Kolar is KA-58.

Telephone Code

The telephone code for Kolar is 08152.

Taluk List

The taluks in the Kolar district are:

  • Kolar Gold Fields
  • Kolar
  • Mulbagal
  • Srinivasapura
  • Bangarapet
  • Malur

Foods

Some of the popular foods in Kolar include:

  • Bisi bele bath
  • Ragi mudde
  • Holige
  • Neer dosa
  • Idli
  • Vada
  • Bajji
  • Jalebi

Tourist Places

Some of the popular tourist places in Kolar include:

  • Kolar Gold Fields
  • Kolar Fort
  • Someshwara Temple
  • Lakshminarasimha Temple
  • Betalamma Temple
  • Brahmagiri Fort
  • Bhairava Caves
  • Savandurga

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit Kolar is during the winter months, from November to February. However, the weather is pleasant throughout the year.

Things to Do

Some of the things you can do in Kolar include:

  • Visit the Kolar Gold Fields and learn about the history of gold mining in the region.
  • Visit the Kolar Fort and learn about its history.
  • Visit the Someshwara Temple and see the beautiful architecture.
  • Visit the Lakshminarasimha Temple and see the beautiful architecture.
  • Visit the Betalamma Temple and see the beautiful architecture.
  • Visit the Brahmagiri Fort and enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
  • Visit the Bhairava Caves and see the ancient rock carvings.
  • Hike to the top of Savandurga and enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.