District at a Glance

About District

The history of Koppal can be traced back to the kingdoms of Shathavahanas, Gangas, Hoysalas and Chalukya Dynasties. The name of the district i.e. “KOPPAL” is found in the poetic work of the great poet Kavirajamarga (During King Nrupathunga’s time of 814-878 A.D.) as “VIDITHA MAHA KOPANA NAGARA”. During Ashoka’s period, the Jainism gained greater momentum in this region. Therefore, it was called “Jainkashi”. In twelth century A.D. Veerashaivaism of Social Reformer Basaveshwara became popular. The present Gavi Math of Koppal has great attraction.

Anegundi of Gangavathi Taluk was the first capital of great Vijayanagara Dynasty. The old palace and fort still exist where annual festival called “Anegundi Utsava” is being celebrated in a befitting manner every year.

The other important historical places of Koppal district are Huligi, Kanakagiri, Itagi, Kukanoor, Madinoor, Indrakeela Parvatha,Pura, Chikkabenakal & Hirebenakal.

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Kinnal Tableau in Republic Day Parade 2013
Wildlife of Koppal
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