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Hampi - the lost city
Hampi is a small village in the heart of Karnataka. It’s an important tourist destination with an old temple, beautiful scenery and abundant nature.
It is situated on the left bank of Tungabhadra River, 20 km from Hospet. Hampi was one of the major political centres of South India for nearly two centuries.
The ruined city or citadel is spread over an area of about 5 square kilometers and contains many temples, pillared halls, water tanks and other structures.
The most famous monument in Hampi is the Virupaksha Temple which has three parts: the main temple flanked by two smaller shrines on either side.
Hampi has always been a photographer’s ideal getaway. About half a day’s journey away from Bangalore, and a throwback to times when the Vijayanagar empire was a jewel of the south!
Google Maps shows you multiple roads you can take and depending on your mode of transport and willingness to travel, options provided are pretty interesting to say the least!
Hampi, a place full of spirituality, colors, and spirituality. A place not just for tourists but for people looking for peace.
The village of Hampi is one of the oldest surviving human settlements in the world. It had been a thriving metropolitan city in its heyday, with a population that would have been over 100,000. The ruins date back to 500 AD and are spread across a 10 square kilometre area in Karnataka's countryside.
Hampi provides an excellent opportunity to explore the beautiful landscape from various angles and capture some breathtaking views from atop hills or by the riverbeds.
Hampi was once called Pampa-kshetra or "place of Pampa," a goddess who was worshipped there. One of the most famous attractions in Hampi are the Hampi Royal Center and its Elephant Stables. The Royal Center includes many buildings from King Krishnadevaraya times such as The Queen’s Bath.
One of the most photographed places in Hampi is its ancient Virupaksha Temple with its intricate carvings, situated on a huge plinth. It's not just the photo that will leave you with memories that last a lifetime, but also it's spiritual vibe that makes you want to come back to this place again and again.
Apart from that, the sunset point, the sunrise point, Matanga hills etc makes Hampi a place which calls you back everytime.