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Beautiful
relics of illustrious kingdom of Vijayanagar known as Hampi is one of the
sought after tourist spots in India. Hampi holds many pleasant surprises,
which has made this destination among other UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Hampi is popular among tourists as well as pilgrims, vast stretches of hills
and valleys with over 500 ancients relics of past makes Hampi a delightful
tourist destination. Hampi is famous for different temples such as splendid
Vitthal Temple with its musical pillars and a stone chariot. Temples are
renowned for its monolithic structure and florid ornamentation, elegant
stone carving, wide pavilions and a rich iconography and traditional limning
of Indian great epics Mahabharata and Ramayana. One of the major attraction
in Hampi is huge King’s balance, which weighed king with gold coins and
latter distributed to poor. Other noteworthy attractions are Queen’s
bath with its arched corridors, projecting balconies and lotus shaped
fountains, two storeyed beautiful Lotus Mahal, and the mammoth elephant
stables.
“
In a backdrop of picturesque locales, Hampi has a mesmerizing
effect on me. The magnificent relics are simply spellbinding.”
Martin
Cena, an amature traveler says about his experience.
Architectural
beauty bestowed Hampi as one the famous places in India. Beautiful temples
with elegantly crafted sculptures are relics of some beautiful architects.
Monolithic structure and florid ornamemtation can invite silent reverence.
Outside the temples, a granite chariot of the sun god proudly stands in a
central courtyard. Noteworthy architectural marvel is Vitthala Temple, which
strikes a balance between elegant craftmanship and fantastic presence.
Who Designed Hampi?
Hampi is an ancient ruins of Vijayanagar kingdom. It has preserved royal
aquatic structures, ancient market streets, royal pavilions, citadels,
treasury building, ancient temples and many more. Hampi is tourists’
paradise.
Hollywood in Hampi
This prized destination is also a backdrop of international movies and glam
shoots. Jackie Chan and Mallika Sherawat –starrer ‘The Myth’
was shot here. Also a group of top international super models shot a 26
picture story issue of Harper and Queen..
December Zeal- Hampi Festival
In the first week of December, the desolate streets of Hampi come alive
when ruined city plays host to a colorful festivals of dance and music, also
known as Vijaya Utsav of Karnataka. The city is then brimming with people
form states as well from different part of the world to witness the merry
event in an open environment. This festival is organized by government of
Karnataka, invites some of the distinguish people in the field of art,
dance, music and drama. Other attractions are puppet show, fire show and
processions that bring back to life the memories of erstwhile epoch.
By Air : The nearest Airport is Bellary (974 km); other
convenient airports are Belgaum (190 km) and Bangalore (353 km).
By Train : The nearest rail point is Hospet from where
one travels another 12 kilometers by road to reach Hampi. Hospet is
connected with rail to
Bangalore,
Bijapur,Hubli and Guntakal.
By Road : Regular bus services from Bangalore to Hospet.
Best Time To Visit:Throughout the year
Excursion from Hampi: Mysore,
Bangalore.
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