District head quarters. An Industrial Town fast developing into a big city.

Yediyur :
Home of the famous Veerashaiva Saint- Totada Shivalinga, it has a famous temple of Sadhalingeshwara.

Kunigal Farm :
The oldest stud farm is found here.

Pavagada Fort :
The Hill Fort built in 1405 by a Vijayanagar chieftain was the scene of fierce battle between the English and Tipu Sultan.

Madhugiri :
This prosperous town is known for its pomegranates and has one of the finest Hill Forts built by the Vijayanagar Kings. Also to be seen are Jain Basadis and temples.

Marconahalli :
Has a Reservoir built across Shimsha river. Boating is available here.

Devarayana Durga :
Hill Station

Sinhadham :
A Lion Safari Park on Shimoga-Sagar Road.