The World Heritage Site, Hampi (state: Karnataka) is divided into many zones based on the their significance. This 14th century flourishing capital of the Vijaynagar Empire 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.
The Sacred Centre is the religious part of Hampi as a number of temples are located here. Some of the old temples in the area are still functioning. Some of the important structures in this area includes the Badavilinga Temple, Kadalekalu Ganesha, Krisha Temple, Virupaksha Temple and Vittala Temple.
The Royal Centre is the part that is mostly populated with the courtly and military structures. Some of the important structures in this area includes the Elephant Stables, Lotus Mahal, Queen's Bath, Mahanavami Dibba, Stepped Tank and the Hazara Rama Temple.
Anegondi is the area on the other side of the river which seperates it from other zones. Important places here are Hanuman Temple and Ranganath Temple.
This zones are connected by road and coracles through the river.
The Royal Centre is the part that is mostly populated with the courtly and military structures. Some of the important structures in this area includes the Elephant Stables, Lotus Mahal, Queen's Bath, Mahanavami Dibba, Stepped Tank and the Hazara Rama Temple.Anegondi is the area on the other side of the river which seperates it from other zones. Important places here are Hanuman Temple and Ranganath Temple.
This zones are connected by road and coracles through the river.
Wonderful..I should visit this place one day..!
ReplyDeleteHampi is wonderful place . Nice pics .
ReplyDeleteis this a royal bathroom?..nice pics:)
ReplyDeleteI like the second picture - is that water in the middle of the courtyard?
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Wow! What an amazing structure!
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This is a very interesting temple. Walking on something with a World Heritage Site recognition is always the best historic process of pondering on our past.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shots!
ReplyDeleteFascinating and beautiful place!
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ReplyDeleteAnother wonderful part of your world, Rajesh! Terrific captures as always! Have a great week!
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very interesting.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting, Rajesh.
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Rajesh, as usual I am in awe! Elephant stables, what a picture that brings to my mind.
ReplyDeleteI like that you post pictures of beautiful flowers sometimes (like the post below) because it makes me realize that we actually live on the same planet! Your home and travels are so exotic and wonderful; how I wish I could visit someday, but I think I shall have to get to know your beautiful country through your lovely blog.
that looks like an interesting place to visit. thanks for sharing your world.
ReplyDeleteMagnificent structures! They are preserved and some of them are still functioning and the World Heritage Site. They remind me of old temples in Nara! I hope to visit this area someday.
ReplyDeleteEspecially I love the second photo.
Thank you for sharing.
Great capture of the step well.
ReplyDeletelooks a beautiful place to visit...
ReplyDeletemust visit
ReplyDeleteHow gorgeous! I love the Queen's Bath.
ReplyDeleteThe temple is beautiful. The ancient architect are really amazing.
ReplyDeleteNice details about this marvelous location and I very liked the stepped tank!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures.
ReplyDeletewow! it looks like those temples in Cambodia. nice! i like the 2nd pic a lot!
ReplyDeletethnx for sharing! :)
Elephant stables in ancient times sounds very intriguing as this would be unlikely in my part of the world. Horses and cattle perhaps … but not elephants! :)
ReplyDeleteWow What an amazing structure.
ReplyDeleteAmazing and beautiful ancient buildings!
ReplyDeleteHi Rajesh, that's really awesome place that you show. Magnificent architecture. Thanks for introducing such a lovely place. But it looks really familiar, especially the first photo. I think I've seen it in a Bollywood movie. I used to watch many Bollywood movies and Tamil movies with my best friend during secondary school.
ReplyDeleteAnyways, love your site. Have a nice day Rajesh! :-)
Great tour Rajesh. Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
ReplyDeletethey are impressive! nice shots!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful place!
ReplyDeleteWow I love those columns and the second view is also magnificent!
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Beautiful architecture and lovely shots!!
ReplyDeleteMagnificient architecture.
ReplyDeleteall the lines and angles of the Royal Centre are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteThat country has so many great locales, and this is another.
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How beautiful...I hope I can visit one day.
ReplyDeleteIts so wonderful :-)
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful !!!
Great choice for letter H. Gorgeous shots.
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Interesting place to visit.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds idyllic to drift on coracles down the river through the zones.
ReplyDeleteWow this is an amazing temple. So what is the purpose of that middle court that has a water? It's very interesting.
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Spectacular images!
ReplyDeleterare and treasury shot.
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Thank you so much for sharing that with us.
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Nice place, good shot
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Interesting and beautiful post. Love these old treasures.
ReplyDeleteTreasured photos, fabulous images... thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteHampi is the place where the diamonds were traded on the streets.
ReplyDeleteThank you again, Rajesh, for sharing so much info about your country...I had no idea...that is a magnificent temple in the first shot. And I'm surprised that so many temples are still in such good shape and functioning.
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures and also great commentary on the pics. Another great post.
ReplyDeleteGreat shots and an interesting post.
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful indeed. It reminds me of the commercial "Incredible India...". I think it is from the Tourist Office.
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magnifique ce temple et le 'lac' est original
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Thanks for sharing.
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lovely photography as always, Rajesh :)
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This is my first visit to your site, via ABC Weds. Just visited Nanka, who gave an account of Hindu gatherings, so this is my India Day, and glad I am for that...
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Peace, Amy
Fantastic structure indeed, very interesting.
ReplyDeleteThanks to all for appreciating the heritage site. First image is from Vittala Temple Complex. Second is image of Stepped Tank.
ReplyDeletei loved the tank the most!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Rajesh. Keep it up..
ReplyDeleteHampi is on my list of places I have to visit very soon. Hampi...I am comming :)
ReplyDeleteIts a beautiful place so rich with culture and heritage...its on my Wishlist for very long...I remember studying about this fab place in school...:)
ReplyDeleteThank you all. This is a must see place.
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