Shivlinga, Hampi

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Shivlinga is situated near Badavilinga Temple, Hampi 583239, India. Edit

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Shivlinga, also known as Badava Linga, is a monolithic monument that is carved out of a single black stone. This Shivlinga is 3 m in height. Locals believe that the Shivlinga was carved by a poor woman whose wishes were fulfilled by Lord Shiva. The beautifully carved linga has three eyes resembling the three eyes of Lord Shiva. It is placed in a chamber opened at the front side. A water channel has been made to flow through the inner chamber always keeping the level of water full. The pedestal of the Shivlinga always remains immersed in water. Locals as well as tourists visiting Hampi visit this Shivlinga to enjoy the magnificent view of the huge idol. Though no offerings can be done here, devotees can offer special prayers to the idol and obtain the blessings of Lord Shiva. Shivlinga is open on all days. Lakshmi Narsimha temple, located right next to Shivlinga, is also worth visiting while in Hampi. Shivlinga is included in the guided heritage walks organized in Hampi and lies on the main road to Hampi Bazaar.

Shivlinga, Hampi

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Best Season to VisitEdit

September to February.

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Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

30 minutes

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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.