Davanagere (ದಾವಐಗೆರೆ in Kannada) is one of the major cities in the Indian state of Karnataka. Previously known for its Cotton mills, it is fast developing into one of the major cities of Karnataka. Davanagere is famous for textiles.
It is also famous for its educational institutes. It has two medical colleges, three engineering colleges and a number of other colleges offering courses in arts, commerce and science. The student population is made up of the people from different cities and states in India. There are a limited number of foreign students studying at Davanagere.
Geography
Davanagere lies in the borders of deccan plateau, Just above the historic Chitradurga. The prominent cities/towns in this district are Harihara, Honnali and Chennagiri .
Neighbouring Districts are Shimoga, Haveri, Chitradurga and Bellary.
Davanagere has Chigeteri mills.
Regional
Davanagere was previously under Chitradurga district. But, later on, it was split into an entirely new district with Davanagere made its capital, for administrative ease. Davanagere is very popular for its textiles.
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