In Pics | 11 Amazing facts about Karnataka

Established in the year 1956, Karnataka is a state in the South Western Region of India. It is originally known as the 'State of Mysore', which later was renamed Karnataka in 1973. The state is famous for its traditional, cultural, and historic importance. Here is a list of some interesting facts about the South Indian state, Karnataka.

The historical district of Vijayapura, also known as Bijapur is fascinatingly the land of 5 rivers. The district witnesses the flow of five rivers passing through it including the tributaries of Krishan, Doni, Bhima, Ghataprabha and Malaprabha. Credit: DH Photo

Karnataka produces the largest amount of coffee in India. In the fiscal year 2022, Karnataka had the largest share of coffee production in India, with 71.5 per cent. Credit: DH Photo

Karnataka has the tallest monolithic statue in India. Carved out of single block of granite, the Gommateshwara statue is located at Shravanabelagola and is one of the largest monolithic statues in the world. Credit: DH Photo

Situated about 100 kilometres from Bengaluru, the Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) was one of the largest gold mines in India before its shutting down in 2011. With a depth of 3000m, the field was reportedly the second deepest gold mine on earth. Credit: Special Arrangement

Earlier known as the Oriental Library, the Oriental Research Institute (ORI) in Karnataka displays a large number of manuscripts in various languages including the oldest surviving manuscript written by Chanakya aka Kautilya. Credit: DH Photo

Karnataka’s Mysore Palace is the second most-visited place in India after the Taj Mahal, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. Credit: DH Photo

This might come as surprise, but Karnataka was the first state in India where a private radio station was set up. In 2001, the private radio channel Radio City 91.1 FM was set up in Bengaluru. Credit: DH Photo

The Karnataka Khadi Gramodyog Samyukta Sangha in Hubli is the only unit in the whole country that is authorised the manufacture and supply the National Flag of India. Credit: DH Photo

Karnataka is blessed with abundant natural beauty. The confluence of green hills and sparkling rivers has resulted in a number of waterfalls in the state. From Iruppu Falls, Jog Falls, Shivanasamudra Falls, Hebbe Falls to Abbey Falls, Karnataka is known to harbour over 30 waterfalls. Credit: DH Photo

With abundantly of national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in Karnataka, the population of tigers is known to be the highest in India. Credit: DH Photo

Karnataka's Kolar is the first city in the country where electricity was supplied. Credit: DH Photo