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Kalgi, located 1 km from Kalaburagi, is mentioned in inscriptions as ‘Kaluge’. This place, which was the capital of the Banavamsa dynasty, was a religious and educational center of the Kajakiya. The rulers of the Kalyani Chalukyas, such as Jagadekamalla, Bibbersa, and Jayakarna, built many temples and agraharas here. Someshwara, Bibbishwara, Suryanarayana, Kaleshwara, Jayalingeshwara, Gokeshwara, Hanamata temples and Jain basadis are important here. These temples of the Kalyani Chalukya architectural style have many beautiful and attractive sculptures.

Kalgi village, nestled in the Chittapur taluk of Kalaburagi (formerly Gulbarga) district, is a captivating destination steeped in history and spiritual heritage. Located about 35–40 kilometers east of Kalaburagi city, Kalgi offers a serene escape into the past, where ancient architecture and cultural richness still echo through its quiet lanes

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Access to Kalgi is relatively convenient:

By Road: Regular buses and private vehicles connect Kalgi to Kalaburagi city. The roads are well-maintained, making for a smooth journey.

By Rail: The nearest major railway station is Kalaburagi Junction (KLBG),  Chittapur and Sedam which is well-connected to major cities like Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

By Air: Kalaburagi Airport (GBI) is the closest airport, offering regional connectivity.

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Temple timing: 6:00AM to 12:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM