Art & Culture

The twin cities are called the 'Culture Capital' of Karnataka for their rich contributions in the filed of Art, Culture, Music and Literature. Dr.Da.Ra.Bendre, V.K.Gokak, and most recently Girish Karnad have been conferred the Gyana Peeth award by the nation. Bhimsen Joshi, Gangubai Hangal are the greatest living exponents of the Hindustani Classical Music of Kirana Gharana. Others who have been in the forfront of the musical field are Mallikarjun Mansur, Basavaraj Rajguru, Their many disciples contiune to carry on the tradition. Halbhavi has set up the school of Arts in Dharwad which has given many gifted artists to the country. The establishment of an Art Gallery in Dharwad is a great addition.