India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Monkey Temple is situated on Anjanadri Hill in Anegundi. Anjanadri Hill is located at a distance of 4 km from Hampi. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Monkey Temple is believed to be the birth place of Sri Hanuman, A flight of granite steps takes you to the Monkey Temple which is a small concrete structure and the idol of Hanuman is carved from a granite rock. Near the main idol, a small shrine for Sri Rama and his consort Sita is found. Beware of the monkeys around; as the name suggests there are many monkeys here. From the top of the hill one gets to see Hampi and many of the heritage sites. The view of sun set and sun rise from here is spectacular. As Anjanadri Hill lies on the northern bank of the river Tungabhadra and very close to Hampi, it takes less than an hour to walk to Monkey Temple from here. One can also hire a coracle that will take you across Tungabhadra River to the base of Anjanadri Hill.

Monkey Temple, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

15 to 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Golden Paradise ;  Hampi Bazaar, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583239, India. ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  Italian, Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates daily buses to Hospet from Bangalore, Mysore and Gokarna. From Hospet local bus is available to Hampi for ₹20. There are private bus companies operating from most places in Goa and from Gokarna which run an overnight service to Hampi. Unfortunately, there is no direct return so you take a local bus (or taxi) to Hospet and take it from there.

Train : Hampi does not have a railway station of its own and the nearest railhead to the place is provided by Hospet, which is about 13 km away. There are about 10 daily trains and about 5 special trains to the station, which ply once or twice a week. From Bangalore, Hampi Express is the best option. taxies are available to Hampi from here, costing about Rs 300.

Air : Nearest Airport to Hampi is Belgaum airport, situated at a distance of approximately 270 km. From there, you can take a taxi to the city, which costs somewhere around Rs 2500. Bangalore airport is around 350 km from Hampi.

Others : By Boat : Most of the guest houses are on other side of the river (area called Virupapur Gadde). To access them, you need to cross river by Motor boat (₹10 for locals, ₹15 for tourists, boat runs until 18:00. If you cannot get on the boat, you have to pay auto ₹500-600 to take you other side via Hospet-Hugili- Hanumanhalli, which is a 40 km tour.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry Camera & Plenty of Water.
• Carry Umbrella during June to September, Torch being Sringeri surrounded by forests, Blanket during November to February.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm price from local.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Hampi … Click Here

India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Purandaradasa Mantapa is situated near the Vijaya Vitthala temple. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Purandaradasa Mantapa is a small open pillared pavilion with whitewashed top dedicated to the legendary poet Purandaradasa who lived in Hampi. The pavilion is located at the river shore near Vittala Temple. This is one of the areas at Hampi where people perform religious rituals. The pavilion is almost at the edge of the river that during monsoon the river water touches the platform or even submerges it. Probably it is here the poet would have sat and composed the devotional songs. Even today the songs composed by him are sung at the Carnatic music (the south Indian classical music) concerts. It is believed that he has composed more than 75,000 classical compositions. They were carried over generations by the oral tradition. But today only a about a thousand or so are known to exist. A small sclpture of Purandaradasa with tambura ( an ancient stringed musical instrument ) can be seen at the pavillion. This is a small open pillared pavilion with whitewashed top dedicated to the legendary poet Purandaradasa who lived in Hampi.

Purandaradasa Mantapa, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

7.00 AM – 7.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

15 to 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates daily buses to Hospet from Bangalore, Mysore and Gokarna. From Hospet local bus is available to Hampi for ₹20. There are private bus companies operating from most places in Goa and from Gokarna which run an overnight service to Hampi. Unfortunately, there is no direct return so you take a local bus (or taxi) to Hospet and take it from there.

Train : Hampi does not have a railway station of its own and the nearest railhead to the place is provided by Hospet, which is about 13 km away. There are about 10 daily trains and about 5 special trains to the station, which ply once or twice a week. From Bangalore, Hampi Express is the best option. taxies are available to Hampi from here, costing about Rs 300.

Air : Nearest Airport to Hampi is Belgaum airport, situated at a distance of approximately 270 km. From there, you can take a taxi to the city, which costs somewhere around Rs 2500. Bangalore airport is around 350 km from Hampi.

Others : By Boat : Most of the guest houses are on other side of the river (area called Virupapur Gadde). To access them, you need to cross river by Motor boat (₹10 for locals, ₹15 for tourists, boat runs until 18:00. If you cannot get on the boat, you have to pay auto ₹500-600 to take you other side via Hospet-Hugili- Hanumanhalli, which is a 40 km tour.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry Camera & Plenty of Water.
• Carry Umbrella during June to September, Torch being Sringeri surrounded by forests, Blanket during November to February.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm price from local.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

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India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Stone Doors are placed close to the Queen’s bath at the Royal Enclosure. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Stone Doors are located between the northwest corner of the Royal Enclosure and the mud track that goes around it. The huge doors are camouflaged well into the brown grey background; which many may miss while visiting the other nearby attractions.The doors are complete with door bolts and the pivot shafts at the end. In all probability it required an elephant to push open these door panels during its functional days.

Stone Doors, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

7.00 AM – 7.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

15 to 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates daily buses to Hospet from Bangalore, Mysore and Gokarna. From Hospet local bus is available to Hampi for ₹20. There are private bus companies operating from most places in Goa and from Gokarna which run an overnight service to Hampi. Unfortunately, there is no direct return so you take a local bus (or taxi) to Hospet and take it from there.

Train : Hampi does not have a railway station of its own and the nearest railhead to the place is provided by Hospet, which is about 13 km away. There are about 10 daily trains and about 5 special trains to the station, which ply once or twice a week. From Bangalore, Hampi Express is the best option. taxies are available to Hampi from here, costing about Rs 300.

Air : Nearest Airport to Hampi is Belgaum airport, situated at a distance of approximately 270 km. From there, you can take a taxi to the city, which costs somewhere around Rs 2500. Bangalore airport is around 350 km from Hampi.

Others : By Boat : Most of the guest houses are on other side of the river (area called Virupapur Gadde). To access them, you need to cross river by Motor boat (₹10 for locals, ₹15 for tourists, boat runs until 18:00. If you cannot get on the boat, you have to pay auto ₹500-600 to take you other side via Hospet-Hugili- Hanumanhalli, which is a 40 km tour.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry Camera & Plenty of Water.
• Carry Umbrella during June to September, Torch being Sringeri surrounded by forests, Blanket during November to February.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm price from local.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Hampi … Click Here

India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Balakrishna Temple is located at Hampi, Bellary District, Karnataka, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Balakrishna Temple is the main idol installed in the figure of Balakrishna (Lord Krishna as infant). This idol is now displayed in the state museum at Chennai. A huge slab installed inside the courtyard of the temple states the story of this temple and the conquest of Ulkala. Many small shrines and pillared halls adorn the campus. The temple kitchen is located at the south east of the main shrine. The main tower at the east is an imposing sight with numerous carvings on it (now the tower is under restoration work). You can see the carvings of the 10 incarnations of Mahavishnu in this temple. The main road to Hampi passes through the temple campus. You can spot a small pavilion with a rectangular stone container in front of the temple across the road.

Balakrishna Temple, Hampi

HistoryEdit

Balakrishna temple was built by the king (Krishnadevaraya) in 1513 AD to celebrate the conquest of the eastern kingdom of Udayagiri or Utkala (in the present day Orissa state).

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
5:30 AM – 1:00 PM
5:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Shesh Besh Restaurant ;  Virupapur Gadde (Hampi Island), Sanapur post, Karnataka, 5833234, India. ; Ph/M –  91-94485-66368|+91-94495-61814|+91-8533-287109 ; Food Serve –  Italian, south indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates daily buses to Hospet from Bangalore, Mysore and Gokarna. From Hospet local bus is available to Hampi for ₹20. There are private bus companies operating from most places in Goa and from Gokarna which run an overnight service to Hampi. Unfortunately, there is no direct return so you take a local bus (or taxi) to Hospet and take it from there.

Train : Hampi does not have a railway station of its own and the nearest railhead to the place is provided by Hospet, which is about 13 km away. There are about 10 daily trains and about 5 special trains to the station, which ply once or twice a week. From Bangalore, Hampi Express is the best option. taxies are available to Hampi from here, costing about Rs 300.

Air : Nearest Airport to Hampi is Belgaum airport, situated at a distance of approximately 270 km. From there, you can take a taxi to the city, which costs somewhere around Rs 2500. Bangalore airport is around 350 km from Hampi.

Others : By Boat : Most of the guest houses are on other side of the river (area called Virupapur Gadde). To access them, you need to cross river by Motor boat (₹10 for locals, ₹15 for tourists, boat runs until 18:00. If you cannot get on the boat, you have to pay auto ₹500-600 to take you other side via Hospet-Hugili- Hanumanhalli, which is a 40 km tour.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry Camera & Plenty of Water.
• Carry Umbrella during June to September, Torch being Sringeri surrounded by forests, Blanket during November to February.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm price from local.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Hampi … Click Here

India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex is situated at Centre Of The City, Hampi, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Hemakuta Hill near Hampi is famous for its cluster of temples, archways and pavilions scattered all over the top. On top of the Hemakuta Hill a series of temple complexes can be seen. There are at least 3 dozen stone structures on top and the biggest ones are on the northern side. Because of the pyramid like structures, these temples are often mistaken for Jain Temples. Construction is in ‘Trikutachala’ style with three temples with sides at right angles facing a central courtyard. A shrine of Hanuman from where tourists get a good view of sunrise and sunset, a two storey archway and a monolithic Sasivekalu Ganesha statue are other attractions located close by. The Hemakuta Hill is open for all and does not charge any entrance fee or other charges. If you are a historian, photographer, tourist or an archeology student, you will find many interesting spots in and around the Hemakuta Hill. It is easily accessible from all parts of Hampi. It takes only 15 minutes to climb to the top from the famous Viroopaksha Temple at the end of Hampi bazaar.

Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex, Hampi

HistoryEdit

Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex are dedicated to Lord Shiva and are built in 10th century AD.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates daily buses to Hospet from Bangalore, Mysore and Gokarna. From Hospet local bus is available to Hampi for ₹20. There are private bus companies operating from most places in Goa and from Gokarna which run an overnight service to Hampi. Unfortunately, there is no direct return so you take a local bus (or taxi) to Hospet and take it from there.

Train : Hampi does not have a railway station of its own and the nearest railhead to the place is provided by Hospet, which is about 13 km away. There are about 10 daily trains and about 5 special trains to the station, which ply once or twice a week. From Bangalore, Hampi Express is the best option. taxies are available to Hampi from here, costing about Rs 300.

Air : Nearest Airport to Hampi is Belgaum airport, situated at a distance of approximately 270 km. From there, you can take a taxi to the city, which costs somewhere around Rs 2500. Bangalore airport is around 350 km from Hampi.

Others : By Boat : Most of the guest houses are on other side of the river (area called Virupapur Gadde). To access them, you need to cross river by Motor boat (₹10 for locals, ₹15 for tourists, boat runs until 18:00. If you cannot get on the boat, you have to pay auto ₹500-600 to take you other side via Hospet-Hugili- Hanumanhalli, which is a 40 km tour.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry Camera & Plenty of Water.
• Carry Umbrella during June to September, Torch being Sringeri surrounded by forests, Blanket during November to February.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm price from local.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Hampi … Click Here

India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Hazara Rama Temple is located near Zenana Enclosure and Lotus Mahal, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583239, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Hazara Rama Temple is one of the prime attractions of Hampi. This site was used only for ceremonial processions and is renowned among devotees for its bas-relief sculptures that represent important events that occurred in Ramayana. It is one of the popular temples dedicated to Lord Vishnu in Hampi region. The walls of this temple are adorned with 15th century art work, such as carvings of elephants, horses, soldiers and dancing girls.

Hazara Rama Temple, Hampi

HistoryEdit

Hazara Rama temple is considered to be the private temple of the Vijayanagra kings and royalties. Those familiar with the epic saga of Ramayana would find the temple a narrative rendition of Ramayana, carved into the stone walls of the temple. Engraved into the temple’s walls are characters, acts, events and scenes from Ramayana. As you walk around the temple exploring, the entire tale seems to come alive and the temple appears to be conducting a symphony of the narrative allegory chiseled into it.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Gopi Rooftop Restaurant ;
  Hampi Bazaar, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583234, India. ; Ph/M –  91-8394-241695 ; Food Serve –  Italian, Indian

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates daily buses to Hospet from Bangalore, Mysore and Gokarna. From Hospet local bus is available to Hampi for ₹20. There are private bus companies operating from most places in Goa and from Gokarna which run an overnight service to Hampi. Unfortunately, there is no direct return so you take a local bus (or taxi) to Hospet and take it from there.

Train : Hampi does not have a railway station of its own and the nearest railhead to the place is provided by Hospet, which is about 13 km away. There are about 10 daily trains and about 5 special trains to the station, which ply once or twice a week. From Bangalore, Hampi Express is the best option. taxies are available to Hampi from here, costing about Rs 300.

Air : Nearest Airport to Hampi is Belgaum airport, situated at a distance of approximately 270 km. From there, you can take a taxi to the city, which costs somewhere around Rs 2500. Bangalore airport is around 350 km from Hampi.

Others : By Boat : Most of the guest houses are on other side of the river (area called Virupapur Gadde). To access them, you need to cross river by Motor boat (₹10 for locals, ₹15 for tourists, boat runs until 18:00. If you cannot get on the boat, you have to pay auto ₹500-600 to take you other side via Hospet-Hugili- Hanumanhalli, which is a 40 km tour.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry Camera & Plenty of Water.
• Carry Umbrella during June to September, Torch being Sringeri surrounded by forests, Blanket during November to February.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm price from local.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Hampi … Click Here

India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Monolith Bull is located at Hampi Bazaar, Hampi, Karnataka, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Monolith Bull is the idol of Nandi, Shiva’s vehicle, facing the sanctum sanctorum is a very common sight in every Shiva temple. However, the Monolith bull of Hampi is the star attraction in this town. This massive monolithic stone Nandi bull idol is housed in a two-storey pavilion constructed on a high platform near the east end of the Virupaksha Bazaar Street. It is placed in the background of a heap of mammoth boulders. There is a big stone lamp station with metal spikes over it at a little distance in front of the idol. This Nandi idol sits facing the Virupaksha Shiva temple, which is situated at the other end of the street. In fact the Virupaksha temple compound houses a Nandi statue that has three heads. The sheer size of Nandi bull idol, also known as Yeduru Basavanna, is simply overwhelming. A visit to the Monolith Bull site is a must for the students of archaeology and architecture. Photographers will also benefit from a visit to the site.

Monolith Bull, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

7:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

15 to 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Mango Tree Restaurant ;  Janata Plot, Hampi, Karnataka, 583239, India. ; Ph/M –  91-94487-65213 ; Food Serve –  Indian Cuisine

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates daily buses to Hospet from Bangalore, Mysore and Gokarna. From Hospet local bus is available to Hampi for ₹20. There are private bus companies operating from most places in Goa and from Gokarna which run an overnight service to Hampi. Unfortunately, there is no direct return so you take a local bus (or taxi) to Hospet and take it from there.

Train : Hampi does not have a railway station of its own and the nearest railhead to the place is provided by Hospet, which is about 13 km away. There are about 10 daily trains and about 5 special trains to the station, which ply once or twice a week. From Bangalore, Hampi Express is the best option. taxies are available to Hampi from here, costing about Rs 300.

Air : Nearest Airport to Hampi is Belgaum airport, situated at a distance of approximately 270 km. From there, you can take a taxi to the city, which costs somewhere around Rs 2500. Bangalore airport is around 350 km from Hampi.

Others : By Boat : Most of the guest houses are on other side of the river (area called Virupapur Gadde). To access them, you need to cross river by Motor boat (₹10 for locals, ₹15 for tourists, boat runs until 18:00. If you cannot get on the boat, you have to pay auto ₹500-600 to take you other side via Hospet-Hugili- Hanumanhalli, which is a 40 km tour.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry Camera & Plenty of Water.
• Carry Umbrella during June to September, Torch being Sringeri surrounded by forests, Blanket during November to February.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm price from local.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Hampi … Click Here

India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Achyutraya Temple is located near Thungabadra river. (between Vithala Temple & Virupaksha Temple), Humpi, Karnataka, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Achyutraya temple has a modern look from the other temples of the empire. This temple was probably one of the last temples built before the empire of Vijayanagara was wiped out. The temple was constructed by a high official of Achutha Raya’s court that is dedicated to Lord Tiruvengalanatha, a form of Lord Vishnu. The hills of Gandhamadana and Matanga give a valley like shape to the temple and the street that is attached to it. These have many figures inscribed on them. Along the wall base, there are some pillars that are ruined. There are many carvings on huge monolith blocks that depict mythological importance. At the chambers close to the various shrines, the walls are all carved with different stories from different epics and popular stories about the gods.

Achyutraya Temple, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

N.A.

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

15 to 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : No Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

• Prinsey Restaurant ;  Hampi Bazaar ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  Foodies

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates daily buses to Hospet from Bangalore, Mysore and Gokarna. From Hospet local bus is available to Hampi for ₹20. There are private bus companies operating from most places in Goa and from Gokarna which run an overnight service to Hampi. Unfortunately, there is no direct return so you take a local bus (or taxi) to Hospet and take it from there.

Train : Hampi does not have a railway station of its own and the nearest railhead to the place is provided by Hospet, which is about 13 km away. There are about 10 daily trains and about 5 special trains to the station, which ply once or twice a week. From Bangalore, Hampi Express is the best option. taxies are available to Hampi from here, costing about Rs 300.

Air : Nearest Airport to Hampi is Belgaum airport, situated at a distance of approximately 270 km. From there, you can take a taxi to the city, which costs somewhere around Rs 2500. Bangalore airport is around 350 km from Hampi.

Others : By Boat : Most of the guest houses are on other side of the river (area called Virupapur Gadde). To access them, you need to cross river by Motor boat (₹10 for locals, ₹15 for tourists, boat runs until 18:00. If you cannot get on the boat, you have to pay auto ₹500-600 to take you other side via Hospet-Hugili- Hanumanhalli, which is a 40 km tour.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry Camera & Plenty of Water.
• Carry Umbrella during June to September, Torch being Sringeri surrounded by forests, Blanket during November to February.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm price from local.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Hampi … Click Here

India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Coracle Crossings is use Virupaksha temple near the Ghat, Kodandarama temple, also near the ghat, Vijaya Vittala temple in Hampi, Karnataka, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Coracle is a small boat that was, and still is, used to travel from one side to the other. There are three places where the coracle crossings were in use, the first one being at the Virupaksha temple near the Ghat or bathing place to cross from the Virupapur Gadde. Tourists are also given a ride on it without any particular destination but just for the experience. The second crossing is at the Kodandarama temple, also near the ghat. The most important third one is at the Vijaya Vittala temple and might have ended at the Anegondi village at that time. The ferries can carry 5 to 6 individuals at a time.

Coracle Crossings, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

7.00 AM – 7.00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

15 to 30 minutes.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : INR2 – INR5 per head one way
INR15 – INR20 with vehicles

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.

Video Camera Rs. : N.A.

Guide Required : No Edit

Approximate cost: N.A.

Dress Code (If Any) : No Edit

Dress Require: N.A.

Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Taxies are available from airport and railway station.

Bus : Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation operates daily buses to Hospet from Bangalore, Mysore and Gokarna. From Hospet local bus is available to Hampi for ₹20. There are private bus companies operating from most places in Goa and from Gokarna which run an overnight service to Hampi. Unfortunately, there is no direct return so you take a local bus (or taxi) to Hospet and take it from there.

Train : Hampi does not have a railway station of its own and the nearest railhead to the place is provided by Hospet, which is about 13 km away. There are about 10 daily trains and about 5 special trains to the station, which ply once or twice a week. From Bangalore, Hampi Express is the best option. taxies are available to Hampi from here, costing about Rs 300.

Air : Nearest Airport to Hampi is Belgaum airport, situated at a distance of approximately 270 km. From there, you can take a taxi to the city, which costs somewhere around Rs 2500. Bangalore airport is around 350 km from Hampi.

Others : By Boat : Most of the guest houses are on other side of the river (area called Virupapur Gadde). To access them, you need to cross river by Motor boat (₹10 for locals, ₹15 for tourists, boat runs until 18:00. If you cannot get on the boat, you have to pay auto ₹500-600 to take you other side via Hospet-Hugili- Hanumanhalli, which is a 40 km tour.

Things to CarryEdit

• Carry Camera & Plenty of Water.
• Carry Umbrella during June to September, Torch being Sringeri surrounded by forests, Blanket during November to February.

Safety / WarningEdit

• Before purchasing any product confirm price from local.

HelplineEdit

• Police : 100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

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