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About Raichur
 Raichur is capital town of the district of Raichur in Karnataka. The town has a very rich historical past. The town of Raichur lies along the banks of River Tungabhadra and is one of the famous towns of the state of Karnataka.
| Location: | Positioned in the north-western part of Karnataka, Raichur is 409 km away from Bangalore.
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| History of Raichur: | Raichur, being part of various empires, such as the Mauryas, Chalukyas, Bahmanis, Vijayanagara and the Mughals, bears the legacy of a rich history over the centuries.
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Other Attractions In & Around
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Anegundi
Anegundi is located at a distance of 135 km from Raichurand has some royal temples which belong to the Vijaynagar era especially the Huchchappayana Matha and Ranganatha Temple. Also worth visiting are the Kamal Mahal, Nava Brindavana and the Pampa Sarovara which consist of mortal leftovers of eminent saints. . TOP
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Bellary
Bellary is situated at a distance of 145 km from Raichur and is famous for Hampi, the world heritage site, the Mallara Temple and Mallara’s annual festival.
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