Ramanagara is situated in the Indian state of Karnataka. Popularly known as the Silk City, It is about 50 km to the southwest of Bangalore and this place is the headquarters of the Ramanagara district. The name, Ramanagara was based on the historical story of the Ramayana.
As is the case with the other parts of Karnataka, this was also ruled by the Gangas, Cholas, Hoysalas, and the Mysore Kings, but the city shot to fame with the shooting of the film Sholay' during the 70s.
Ramanagara is famous for its sericulture and thus got the name Silk Town and Silk City. The silk produced in this region is one of the main sources of the famous Mysore Silk. Ramanagara has the biggest market for silk cocoons in Asia.
The Hilly Region Of Ramanagara
Ramanagara is surrounded by the seven majestic hills Shivaramagiri, Somagiri, Krishnagiri, and Yatirajagiri, Revanna Siddeshwara, Sidilakallu and Jala Siddeshwara. Because of the city's rich harvest of silk, it is also often called the Silk City. Mysore silk saris that are famous all across the globe are weaved using the silk from Ramanagara.
Nature lovers will be happy here, as the hills are home to yellow throated bulbuls and long billed vultures, which are endangered. The place is home to the Janapada Loka, a place for the folk art and culture of Karnataka.
With many hills around, the place is a haven for rock climbers and this has contributed positively to tourism in the region.
How To Reach Ramanagara
Ramanagara is easily accessible by road, as the town is located along the Bangalore-Mysore highway. Tourists can reach the town through either of these two cities. It is about 50 kilometers from Bangalore so it takes 90 minutes approx to reach it here from Bangalore.