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A Guide to the many places in Hampi during Your Vacation


Indian tour is incomplete if person does not explore south India. It is totally unique in natural beauty, long coastal belt which comprises of many attractive beaches, historical monuments, spiritual sites, cultural heritage and of course the welcoming nature of local peoples. Each state has its own tourist importance.

Hampi is also known for different types of temples such as Malyavanta Raghunathaswamy, Virupaksha, Krishna Temple Complex, etc. This city, situated along the banks of Tungabhadra River, is one of the best places to go for a vacation. This is surrounded by rocky boulders on the banks of Tungabhadra River was the capital of the ancient Vijaynagar Kingdom, one of the most prosperous and culturally rich kingdoms of India.

Main Attractions at Hampi:

You can visit these ancient places with Ancient Hampi Travel Package.  Some of the main attractions at Hampi are:

·        Shri Vijayavitthala Temple:

This is an excessively beautiful temple, dedicated to Lord Vitthal (Lord Vishnu) that makes everyone speechless with its charismatic architecture. The construction of temple was started in the vicinity of King Krishna Deva Raya in 1513 AD, which continued till 1565 AD. The temple reflects the best example of Dravidian architecture style.

·        Stone Chariot:

Stone Chariot is located inside the Vijayavitthala temple complex. It is believed that the chariot is supposed to be carved out of a single rock. The chariot looks like a model of temple chariot, which is being used during a traditional demonstration.

·        Shri Virupaksha Temple:

Shri Virupaksha Temple is located in the foot hills, known as Hemakuta Hill. The temple is also called Pampapathi Temple; this is one of the most important as well as the holiest temples of the region. The source of the temple dates back to 7th century, which houses a shrine of Lord Shiva, Lord Pampa, Bhivaneshwari Devi.

·        King's Balance:

 King balance is also known as Tula Bhara or Tula Pursushadana which contains two lofty granite pillars of 15 feet each, supporting a 12 feet stone beam. It was used by the kings of vijayanagara to weight on certain occasions such as- lunar or solar eclipse.

·        Stepped Tank:

This is one of the most commended remains, located in Durbar area. It is a small tank which is built of chlorite schist. It was used by the members of royal families.
Hampi Temples are magnificent in their construction, with so much intricate details. These temples made in Dravidian style of architecture are not only unique but are also beautiful and quite popular. Some of the main temples doesn't need much contribution but provide spiritual explanation. Most of the leading Travel agents and Tour operators offer Vacation Getaways and Hampi travel package from Delhi. The Holiday Packages offered are both fixed departures and Tailor made ones.

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Location: Hampi, Karnataka 583239, India

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