Dharwad is also a famous educational centre. It has two renowned universities, the Karnataka University and the University of Agricultural Sciences. A few kilometers away from Dharwad is Lakkundi, once an important center for religious training. This town also has exquisite temples in the Kalyani and Chalukyan Style. One of the most magnificent temples is that of Kashi Vishweshwara dedicated to Lord Surya Narayana, the Sun god.
