Ranibennur [Ranebennur] (AMRUT city) is a major city in Haveri district and in Central Karnataka, India.It is situated 300 kilometres (190 mi) northwest of Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka.

It is also the largest city in Haveri district, both in terms of Area of ULB and Population.And also main Education centre with Engineering college & several degree colleges & most Number of ICSE & CBSE Schools situated in Ranebennur city.

Ranebennur is Famous for its Biranji Rice, Mirchi-Mandaki & Hesaru vade specially made Egg Rice & Delicious Ranebennur famous Mutton Enne khara food [2] Ranebennuru is at the geographical center of Karnataka.

One of Karnataka's most important rivers – the Tungabhadra – flows along the southern border of Ranebennur taluk.

Ranebennur is connected with most of the metros like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai through regular trains.

Being situated on National Highway NH48 (previously NH 4), the city enjoys good bus services.

Coconut, brinjal, maize, betel leaves, and tomatoes are the other crops grown here both as produce and for their seeds.