Top Things to do in Hampi
Top 10 Things to do in Hampi, Karnataka
The former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, Hampi remains an essential religious hub, housing the Virupaksha, Lakshmi Narasimha, Hemakuta Hill, Big Shivlinga and Vithala temples. The architectural ruins of Hampi are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rock-climbing enthusiasts will adore Hampi, considered the bouldering capital of India, and the city’s rocky landscape, dotted with ancient temple ruins, makes for a unique climbing experience.
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1. Vijaya Vittala Temple
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 279 reviews
Reviewed By 957adityan
I am thrill and surprise that 400 years back there was so much Science and knowledge available on Stone carving, design thought symmetry, architectural view and out of world Music Pillar (unfortunately it now closed for visitor) To see detail carving on Stone Chariot itself will take some time. I strongly wish they should start every hour demonstration program (Strictly security guided) with tickets. As other Hampi temples this one big temple but many sculpture are destroyed and so pooja / archana happen at this place. Area is so specious and well maintain by archelogy department. Kudos. They have kept Battery operated vehicle from entrance to temple which is also good. One suggestion for such place guide is must and Charges for guide should be formally displayed at ticket entrance. Or Now Audio Guide facility should be available. Toilets & Washroom needed for Visitor which is missing.
2. Group of Monuments at Hampi
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5.0 based on 598 reviews
Reviewed By abhimanasu - Mandya, India
Hampi is a beautiful and hoistoric place in India there is someny things to see most are templs which are build in year back.Hampi is a magnificent city of ruins, located besides the Tungabhadra river in the state of Karnataka. It is about 352 kms from Bangalore. But heavy crowded places during december as many schools are orgainizing trips to hampi as as historical place.
3. Virupaksha Temple
4. Vithala Temple Complex
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4.5 based on 1,061 reviews
Reviewed By ganaraj
Splendid temple ruins with amazing stone structures.It is famous for fantastic stone chariot and musical pillars.One of the best structure in Hampi locate in the banks of Tungabhadra river.
5. Elephant Stables
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4.5 based on 629 reviews
Reviewed By hafi9876 - Bengaluru, India
The Elephant Stable in Hampi is an impressive structure that was used to provide shelter for the royal elephants of the Vijayanagara Empire. The elephant stable is located in the area that lies just outside the Zenana Enclosure..it is a historical place..The ancient stable is a major attraction among the tourists even today.
6. Monkey Temple
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4.5 based on 506 reviews
Reviewed By hafi9876 - Bengaluru, India
Mesmerizing place to watch sunset or sunrise..once you are at the top you will see lush green paddy fields along with coconut tress which just add on the beauty of the place. The stretches of tungabhadra river flowing around just creates a fairytale kind of scenery.
7. Matanga Hill
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4.5 based on 428 reviews
Reviewed By shubhitraveler - Bangalore District, India
Visited Hill for sunset view. We parked our can near Hampi Bus stand and strolled towards hills which is 10 mins walk from the car parking. Started climbing hill up and reached to the top in just 25 minutes. The climbing hill isn’t very safe as the boulders are little curvy, slippery and there is nothing to hold for support. Don’t forget to carry water and a torch with you. View from the hilltop is breath taking. You can get a 360 degree surreal view of Hampi displaying Virupaksha temple, Hampi Bazaar, Boulders scattered to the places on one side and green paddy fields, Anjaneya Hills on the other side of the Tungabhadra river.
8. Hazara Rama Temple
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4.5 based on 244 reviews
Reviewed By H6052SWanitap - Mumbai, India
It was the temple for the King n queen... beautiful carvings on the walls about the Mahabharata - well maintained temple.. Lovely grass ground at the side where you can relax under a big tree. En route to Elephant stables n Lotus Mahal on one side n Royal Enclosure on the other
9. Lotus Mahal
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4.5 based on 395 reviews
Reviewed By SharadSud-Gurgaon - Gurugram (Gurgaon), India
2 storied building, with intricate architecture resembling a Lotus. It's said this was the resting/socializing place for the Royal women of the kingdom. One of the most beautifully preserved buildings in Hampi !
10. Tungabhadra River
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4.5 based on 280 reviews
Reviewed By dumb69 - Karwar, India
You can sit in the shade and watch the pilgrim families perform puja. Wade across to the other side or take a boat for 20Rs. Elephant bathing every morning
