India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Vijaya Vitthala Temple is situated near Kalyan Mantapa, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583239, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Shri Vijaya Vitthala Temple is a true representative of human craftsmanship. Dedicated to Lord Vitthala or Lord Vishnu the Vijaya vitthala temple is a wonderful monument situated at Hampi. Built mainly by Dravidian architecture the temple has all the stuff that a typical south Indian Temple would have.

Vijaya Vitthala Temple, Hampi

HistoryEdit

Vijaya Vitthala Temple was Built in 15th Century AD, the temple is built in the form of sprawling campus with many halls, pavilions, temples located inside the campus. Many successive kings have enhanced the campus of temple during their regimes to this present form. The main attraction of this temple is 56 musical pillars when tapped gently these pillars produce musical sounds. These pillars are popularly known as Musical Pillars or SAREGAMA Pillars.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour.

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

• New Shanthi Restaurant ;  Hampi Bazaar 583239 Hampi , Karnataka ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  Itallian, Indian, Bakery

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

Vitthala Temple Complex is situated northeast of Hampi, opposite the village of Anegondi. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Vitthala Temple is also among the Group of Monuments which is currently listed as World Heritage Monuments by the UNESCO. This temple was also constructed during the Vijayanagara rule by Krishnadevaraya. Vitthala Temple is known for its impressive architecture and is one of the most elegantly constructed temples in Hampi. The temple has gateway towers and compound walls which surround an enormous temple complex. Inside the temple complex there are a number of pavilions, halls and temples. Originally built in the 15th century A.D., subsequent rulers enhanced the architecture which brought about to its present form. Around the temple complex once existed a temple town by the name Vitthalpura.

Vitthala Temple Complex, Hampi

HistoryEdit

Vitthala Temple Complex was originally built in the 15th century AD. Many successive kings have enhanced the temple campus during their regimes to the present form. Yon can even see the remains of a township called Vitthalapura that existed around this temple complex. The highlight of Vitthala temple is its impressive pillared halls and the stone chariot. The halls are carved with an overwhelming array of sculptures on the giant granite pillars. The stone chariot located inside the campus is almost an iconic structure of Hampi.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

3 to 4 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

• New Shanthi Restaurant ;  Hampi Bazaar 583239 Hampi , Karnataka ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  Itallian, Indian, Bakery

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

Mahanavami Dibba is situated in Royal Enclosure, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583239, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Mahanavmi Dibba once the site of royal celebrations and events, today it is the perfect place to get a sweeping view of the ancient land of Hampi and see the sun set as it once did on the once-glorious Jijaynagara empire. Built by King Krishnadevaraya after his conquest over the kingdom of Udaygiri, present day Orissa, Mahanavami Dibba is the highest establishment in Hampi and possibly used by the kings to watch baronial processions of the army and enjoy celebrations, particularly Navratri, the night day of which it is named after.

Mahanavami Dibba, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

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

40 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

• Mayura Bhuvaneshwari ;  Bellary District, Kamalapur, Hampi 583 221, India. ; 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

Hampi Bazaar is located on Hampi Bazaar Sreet, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583239, India.
Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Hampi Bazaar was once not only a bustling, thriving marketplace of the Vijayanagra empire, but also where high ranking nobles resided. Today, much of the old structures have been transformed to shops, hotels and restaurants- a skeletal version of its former glitzy self. As you walk its narrow path with Virupaksha temple in the near distance, you can picture queens, royalty and residents buying wares, apparels, spices, pottery, livestock etc from the local, Arab, European and Portuguese merchants who frequented Hampi, lured by its grandeur. There’s a fascinating photo gallery in the market where photographs of Hampi taken in 1856 by Alexander Greenlaw are on display. The usually sleepy bazaar becomes spirited and vivacious during the Hampi annual festival, Hampi Utsav, held in November. Hampi Bazaar is always the hotbed of all festive happenings that take place in Hampi, be it religious, cultural or temple festivals.

Hampi Bazaar, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

0

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 to 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

• Garden Restaurant ;  Hampi Village, off, Hampi Bazaar St, Hampi, Karnataka 583239 ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  N.A.

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

Matanga Hill, Nimbapura, Karnataka 583239 Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Matanga Hill, located in Hampi is well known for its association with the epic Ramayana. Today, it is a hotspot tourist destination because of its temples and trekking tracks. Standing on the roof of Veerabhadra Temple on top of the Hill one gets a magnificent view of the city. People come here to view sunrise and sunset. River Tungabhadra, Achyuta Raya Temple and the Kodanda Rama temple are some other nearby religious attractions. Hill peak is on the southern side. Cart trail and Turthu canal can be seen from here. For trekking enthusiasts there are many tracks around Matanga Hill. Most popular track is one in the north starting from Humpi bazaar to Achyuta Raya Temple. Another trekking path in the west leads to the top from the bottom of the Hill and is in the form of a stepped ramp. There are no roads to the top. The Matanga Hill tour is free for all. There are no entrance fees or camera charges. However, the lighting being poor in the neighbourhoods, a torch light will be handy for the tourists, if they plan to stay longer after sunset. The Matanga Hill is easily accessible from all parts of Hampi town.

Matanga Hill, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

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

4to 5 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

• All Tribes Cafe ;  East Side Road, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583234, India. ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  European, 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

Virupaksha Temple is located on the south bank of the river Tungabadra, is about 350 km from Bangalore. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Virupaksha Temple in Hampi, Karnataka is noted for its architecture and has been listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The Virupaksha Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is renowned as one of the most sacred temples in Karnataka. Virupaksha is an avatar of Lord Shiva, and among all the surrounding ruins, this temple is intact and is still in use. Currently, the Virupaksha Temple consists of an open pillared hall and a pillared hall, three ante chambers and a sanctum. Some other structures surrounding this temple are entrance gateways, pillared cloisters, smaller shrines and a courtyard.

Virupaksha Temple, Hampi

HistoryEdit

Virupaksha Temple has ancient inscriptions which date back to 9th and 10th centuries. Originally it was a small shrine, and the sanctuary of Virupaksha–Pampa existed prior to the commencement of the Vijayanagara Empire. However, the Vijayanagara rulers were responsible for building this small shrine into a large temple complex. Although most of the temple buildings were constructed during the Vijayanagara rule, some few were also erected during the late Hoysala and Chalukya empires. Major renovations and additions were carried out in the 19th century and gopuras were established and ceilings painted during this time.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
5:00 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

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

• 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

Virupaksha Temple, Hampi

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Elephant Stables, Hampi

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Vijaya Vitthala Temple, Hampi

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India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Elephant Stables is situated near Zenana Enclosure, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583239, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Elephant Stable is a major tourist attraction. This long building with a row of domed chambers was used to ‘park’ the royal elephants. There are 11 domed tall chambers; some of them are inter- connected. The center one is specially decorated and big. Probably the musicians and the associated band troupes had been using this during ceremonies involving elephant processions.

Elephant Stables, Hampi

HistoryEdit

Elephant Stables in Hampi are sure to bring back to memory fantastic wars fought between seemingly invincible dynasties as kings faced each other atop elephants. Incredible domed structures, fitting for the majestic, royal beings that were housed here, Elephant stables is a row of 11 chambers with the one in the center, distinct with its temple-style tower, grander than the 5 on its either sides. Bearing a faded and slightly decrepit appearance the stables still stand as firmly as when they were in use, housing the royal Elephants. Inside the chambers, on the roof are metal hooks used in tying the Elephants and towards the rear of each chamber are small openings, possibly used by the mahouts to enter the chambers.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 hour.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs.10

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs. 220

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

• Elephant Stables : 91-80-22352828
• Police :100
• Ambulance : 102
• Fire : 101

Gallery

View All Sight of Hampi … Click Here

India /Karnataka /Bellary /Hampi

Lotus Palace, Hampi is a situated in close proximity to the Hazara Rama Temple. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Lotus Mahal also known as Chitrangini Temple, an incredible blend of Hindu-Islamic architecture. This is the primary attraction of the Zenana Enclosure. Surrounded by walls and four watch towers in each corner, Lotus Mahal’s base begins with traditional Vijaynagara architectural pattern but as your gaze moves upward to its superstructure, you will find atypical pyramidal towers that more representative of Islamic architecture.

Lotus Palace, Hampi

HistoryEdit

It is also believed that the Mahal or Palace was air-cooled and maintained its temperature during summer. The proof of this can be seen in the pipeline work above and between the arches. The entire monument is surrounded by a fortifying wall which is rectangular in plan. The four corners of the fortifications have watch towers that would have been used to keep an eye on the intruders into the Womens’ chambers. While it was a very popular practice to have Eunuchs hold guards at Queens’ Palaces in the North India, especially during Moghul rule, the existence of such a practice has not come to light in the Vijayanagara kingdom and era.

Must SeeEdit

Popular

Visiting TimeEdit

8:00 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 : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs.10

Kids Rs. : N.A.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs. 220

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

Queen’s Bath is located at Royal Enclosure, Hampi, Hospet, Karnataka. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Queen’s bath, the private bathing chamber of Vijayanagara kings and queens that makes today’s whirlpool bathtubs and hot tub spas appear less lavish and self-indulgent. A massive verandah runs around a big open rectangular pool with a number of balconies projecting into it. Each balcony has three charming windows and the pool has a depth of 6 feet. Though called Queen’s bath, the pool was in all probability used by both, kings and queens. Encircled with a beautiful verandah replete with jutting balconies and carved domes, the pool has no ceiling. A water canal encircles the Queen’s bath and at some points bridges have been laid over it. It was possibly meant to act as a deterrent for anyone from entering the bath when it was in use. Today a blooming garden has been laid out front and is a popular picnicking site.

Queen’s Bath, Hampi

HistoryEdit

N.A.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Closed OnEdit

N.A.

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

40 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

• Sri Krishna Hotel Restaurant ; N.A. ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  N.A.

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

Kamalapur Road, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583239, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Archaeological Museum that is run by the government has many different things that were discovered while excavating the site. The museum is a small one. It has about two models of Hampi that show the topography of Hampi. The museum is comprised of four sections. They include the models, daily use products of the ancient people of Hampi, the royal remains and other artefacts of Hampi’s ancient culture.

Archaeological Museum, Hampi

HistoryEdit

Displayed in this museum are the pre and protohistoric antiquities, narrative lime stone Buddhist panels of circa 2nd century AD, exquisite schist stone sculptures of 12th century AD, austere Jaina Tirthankaras from Parshwanatha Chaityala, elegant Shaiva and Vaishnava sculptures of Vijayanagara period. The sculpture of goddess Bhuvaneshvari from the vicinity of the palace of Vira Harihara is one of the early Vijayanagara sculptures here. The pillar inscription referring to the palace, day to day utilitarian pottery with deluxe porcelain ware, metal objects, miniature figurines and a few selected stucco figures add to the display. However the photo documentation of this glorious world heritage site done way back in 1856 by Alexander Green Law (1818-1873) in comparison with recent photographs gives an insight into the grandeur of the Vijayanagara monuments.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Closed OnEdit

Friday

Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

Ticket Required : Yes Edit

Individual National Adult Rs. : Rs. 5

Kids Rs. : Children up to 15 years are admitted free.

Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : Rs. 5

Kids Rs. : Children up to 15 years are admitted free.

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

• Laughing Buddha ;  Virupapur Gadde, Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, 583234, India. ; Ph/M –  N.A. ; Food Serve –  N.A.

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