" DON'T WORRY, BE HAMPI!"

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As India's bouldering capital, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a backpacker's haven, Hampi is sure to make you fall in love with our roots again. The town of Hampi is built on the ruins of Vijayanagara, one of the most significant and richest empires in the Indian history. It's history can also be traced in the RAMAYANA. Situated near the modern city of Hospete, it is spread across 4100 acres and is home to one of the holiest temples in India, the Virupaksha temple. As told by a local guide, one needs approximately 3 months or more to learn the entire history of the group of monuments present in the region. The Tungbhadhra river divides Hampi into two; the temple side, and the other side, now known as the Hippie island. Writing about Hampi in one article is almost impossible, to be honest. So, let me take you through a quick photowalk and you’ll see what this magical place is all about.

VITHALA TEMPLE
Temple entrance and the stone Chariot

The temple complex
                                 
Almost time for sunset
The main sanctum with prayer hall on its side
  The musical pillars which reverberate when tapped. They were
 designed to replicate 81 different musical instruments.

VIRUPAKSHA TEMPLE
64 metre high main gate made entirely of bricks and stones
'Nandi'- The vehicle of Lord Shiva

Outer complex

Five animals in one
Not a friendly one, to be honest.
and,
Tungbhadhra river
A perfect ride to go across the
Back to 80's
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Indian Stonehenge, it seems
Stepped tank. People are no longer allowed to go down the stairs.
The sculptures were destroyed during the invasion by Muslim
rulers
The Lotus Temple
Elephant stables
...and not to forget the cute, small cafes to eat and relax.










QUICK TIPS-
     1. Plan your trip in advance and do try to stay there for at least 3 days if you really want to relax             and enjoy what this place has to offer.
     2. Hire a moped or a bicycle if you don’t want to walk around the village.    
     3. The monuments are not very far away from each other. Carry a map with you as your  phone               network might not work.
     4. Read about the history of the place before going to have an awesome experience.
     5. Don’t forget to visit the Hampi market and buy souvenirs.
     6.Take a ferry and visit the Hippie island and the monkey Hill.

HOW TO REACH? 
There are buses going to Hampi from Hospete throughout the day. It takes 20-30 min. to get there. You can also hire a taxi or take an auto for 150-200 rupees or so. 
The route we took-
 Delhi---- Hyderabad-----Hospet----- Hampi
        (By air)        (By train)    (By autorickshaw)

Duration of the entire journey- 15 hours
You can choose the route suitable to you. :)

 No matter how you reach there, the place is certainly a must visit. I can't wait to go back again.

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