Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex, Hampi

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

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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.

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September to February.

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

2 to 3 hours.

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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.