The gold mines until recently supplied the major portion of gold for India. The economy of Kolar also depends on silk farming and wool spinning.
The region is also suitable for adventure sports. It is also known for its fortresses and temples. The places for tourist attraction are
- Kolaramma temple
- Antharagange
- Nandi Hills,
- Rangasthala
- Minakanagurki
- Viduraswatha
- Kurudumale
- Bangaru Tirupati
- Bethamangala, Budikote
- Chintamani,
- Kaivara
- Gummanayakanapalaya.
