Hampi, the Forgotten Empire (for more) once was the flourishing capital city of the Vijaynagar Empire in the 14th Century. The city spread across the rocky terrain of 26 sq.km had plenty of palaces, temples which exhibited its rich culture and wealth in its hay days.
For the same reason it was ransacked by Muslim Sultans. Today it is a site of splendid ruins of palaces, temples and gateways of the broken city, that silently narrate the story of once glorious past and the final senseless destruction.
In the above image rocky nature of the place and various temples can be seen.
Above is the carvings on the pillars of one of the many temples in the place.
For the same reason it was ransacked by Muslim Sultans. Today it is a site of splendid ruins of palaces, temples and gateways of the broken city, that silently narrate the story of once glorious past and the final senseless destruction.
In the above image rocky nature of the place and various temples can be seen.
Above is the carvings on the pillars of one of the many temples in the place.
On 5th December 1986, Hampi was inscribed on the World Heritage List for it represents a unique artistic creation. One can spend 2 to 3 days to cover each corners of this place.
The carvings certainly justify the inclusion of Hampi on the World Heritage List. It must have been amazing before it was so senselessly destroyed.
ReplyDeleteGreat place! have been there too
ReplyDeleteI will be going there again, I love to get lost in such ruins. Beautiful pics Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post. Hampi is superb.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful place and so worth to be included in the World Heritage List. You are indeed an avid traveler and it is always so much fun to share your trips with you.;)
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Meravigliosi e mastestosi pilastri... immagino uomini sudati con lo scalpello....
ReplyDeleteIt is so sad that all over the world beautiful structures and cultures have been destroyed because of warring factions - most often of a religious nature!
ReplyDeleteMarvelous post! Someday, basis your posts alone, I'd like to go on a long travel! Hopefully!
ReplyDeleteWow... The pics only suggest what a majestic place it might have been in the days gone by!! A lovely post...
ReplyDeleteEvery time i read your post and look at the pictures -i am amazed .Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteEnchanting India…a treasury of art and architecture !
Impressive pillars! Must be a wonderful place to visit.
ReplyDeleteMarvelous post as always, Rajesh! Such a gorgeous, historical place. Hope you have a great week!
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So many civilizations have risen and then crumbled...and so many have been in India!
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ReplyDeletewhat a beautiful view, the columns on this temple is so beautiful and ornate
i have an interesting place to visit today on my sari site
I would want to spend two or three days looking around this beautiful place. Incredible imagery.
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It's so beautiful, Rajesh. I really wonder at senseless destruction such as this. Your country has such a long and fascinating history, while my country is so young. When we studied Canadian history in school, we all found it very boring indeed, although I'm not sure why.
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Kay
Alberta, Canada
interesting history and beautiful ruins. love the intricate carvings.
ReplyDeletewow! what a wonderful place!
ReplyDeleteGreat shots from your world and very interesting information.
ReplyDeleteWowie kapowie! Amazing.
ReplyDeleteIt is hard to imagine that the "broken cities” of the past were once thriving the way our cities do now. Although only remnants remain, the artistry of their creation is still magnificent to behold.
ReplyDeleteThose pillars are so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAmazing pictures. Very beautiful and spectacular shots.
ReplyDeleteWow fantastic photos of the ancient building. Nice information about them too.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this beautiful photos
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Very beautiful place. Shall visit during my India trip.
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Great post again. Such a pity that so much of the beautiful city got lost. It is a place for silence and reflection.
ReplyDeleteHampi is a dreamland. I will never forget the awe of the first time I stood at the end of Bazar street facing the magnificent Virupaksha temple at sunset!
ReplyDeleteYour write up capture our attention and exhibit the Hampi into more interesting. Loved the panoramic view of the vast hampi!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great place! Great photos.
ReplyDeletethe pillars are amazing
ReplyDeleteI can only imagine how exceptional this place was before the destruction
I would love to visit with my camera :)
ReplyDeleteI am so fascinated by India and it has long been a dream of mine to visit there, esp. the old temples. Thanks for a wonderful post
ReplyDeleteVery interesting post I love those columns, just wonderful!
ReplyDeleteLéia
been there, friend.. its an amazing place fr sure :)
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And it absolutely served to be included.
ReplyDeleteGreat temple architecture from southern India. Reminded me of Belur and Halebeedu.
ReplyDeleteYet another site to add to my "travel wish list"... Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSo much HISTORY! Gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteOn behalf the ABC Wednesday team, thank you!- ROG
This is an amazing palace!! A great history. Happy Wednesday!
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what a fantastic and wonderful you have....your world is full of great great structures to be envied by others///thanks for sharing those with us..
ReplyDeleteMust be an amazing place to wander around, and imagine how it once was.
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Rajesh: It deserved to be honored for a neat structure.
ReplyDeleteAmazing pillars and architecture.
ReplyDeleteAmazing as always Rajesh.
ReplyDeleteWe just learned that our grandson is going to India soon. (He is the younger brother of the one who has already been there!). I am happy for him and know he will love what he sees in your beautiful country.
Fabulous pictures.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures, Rajesh. And an equally beautiful description. Hampi has been on my radar for a long time but not getting time to travel towards south.
ReplyDeleteVisited Mangalore,bangalore, Mysore but not Hampi. Would like to visit. I hope i will be able to go soon
ReplyDeletewow, this is yet another interesting ruins in your country ... awesome..
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Amazing place, monuments and pictures. Great post.
ReplyDeleteInteresting, informative and beautiful post.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing.
Best wishes,
Anna
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Fantastic shots again. You had a nice vantage point at the top to see the various temples. :)
ReplyDeleteI had no idea of the enormity of the pillars until I saw the person standing in the background. Impressive.
ReplyDeleteThanks to all for the lovely words. Yes, its inclusion in World Heritage List is certainly justified.
ReplyDeleteHampi is one place on my travel list. The more I see and read about it, the desire only increases. Thanks for sharing your travel experiences through the blog - Maneesh
ReplyDeleteTell u what Rajesh, I belong to this District, Am yet to go there with a camera, although I have speant many a days roaming around Hampi in my school days with my Eyes as the camera, Hampi can never tire, always beautiful
ReplyDeleteSaw this many decades ago, have been planning a trip here. Somehow it is not happening. Till then, will feast my eyes on pictures like these!
ReplyDeleteThanks. This is one place where I discover new things on every visit.
ReplyDeleteThis is the one place, I am waiting to explore in near future.
ReplyDeletehampi is beautiful
ReplyDeleteIts never ending story of Hampi , more you see more you get . One incredible place . I have visited this place at-least 5 times . Yet this place is still unexplored for me .
ReplyDeleteThanks to all for the lovely words. Yes this is one place, one can never have enough.
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