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Dharwad city is located in the state of Karnataka. This place holds historical significance because of the many rulers who ruled this city during their times. It is believed that the city was inhabited by the people in 5th century. Various dynasties which ruled over this city includes Mysore kingdom, Rastrakutas, Adilshahi, Badami and Kalyan Chalukyas and Peshawas of Pune. One can get more relevant information regarding the place in Dharwad travel guide. This city acts as a gateway between the western ghat mountains and the plains of Karnataka. Situated on the edge of the Western Ghats amidst the mountains and plains, this city offers Indian culture, traditional music and historical places all in one place. With its rich cultural background, this city is now a major business hub of Karnataka State. The fertile red soil of this city makes it the biggest producer of a variety of cereals, spices, vegetation and other crops in Karnataka State. Nearby water bodies like Sadhankeri, Nuggikeri and Kelgeri provide water for the crops and people also do commercial fishing in this area. Grasslands, beautiful and diverse culture, literature and productive soil, this city have it all to make this place an important destination.
 

Dattatreya temple is a temple located in Gandhi Chowk of Dharwad district. The temple is dedicated to Lord Dattatreya who is believed to be the incarnation of Hindu trinity, Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. In the temple, the chief deity of Dattatreya is displayed with three heads. The temple is also known as Dattana Gidu and can be conveniently approached from all corners of the city.
 

Mylaralinga temple is a temple dedicated to the god Mailari which is a form of Lord Shiva. It's a 12th century temple built in the Chalukyan style of architecture. Located on a hill called Mylaralinga Gudda, there are quite a few Shiv Lingas installed outside this temple. The unique feature of this temple is the position of the deity. The deity is placed such that it receives the first rays of sun falling on the city. The inner sanctum of the temple has an idol of Chaturbhuja Milara and the ceilings are engraved with lotus designs.
 

Nuggikeri Hanuman temple is an ancient temple in Dharwad dedicated to Lord Hanuman. During Saturdays, hundreds of devotees from different parts of the state frequent this temple and offer prayers to Lord Hanuman. Every year, on the auspicious day of 'Chaitra suddha poornima' or Hanuman jayanti, a festival called Jatra mahotsava is held here involving thousands of devotees.
 

Kelageri Lake is a place on Kelageri road in Dharwad. Kelageri Lake is located in Someswara Gudi and is also popular as Someswara Keri. This is too an artificial lake and the lake is filled with lotus plants.
 

This is situated on Savadatti Road. The great Saint Mrityunjaya who is the head the math fed hundreds of students who came from villages to study at schools and colleges of Dharwad. Lord Mahantappa passed away in 1994 and now lord Shivayogiappa has takenover the deeksha of the math. Every Monday there are lectures/music/prayers conducted at premises of the math.