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5 Reasons you should be visiting Hampi

Amongst hundreds of incredible heritage sites in India, why should you consider visiting Hampi? Read on to know …

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Hampi Travel Guide

The most reliable & authoritative hampi travel guide, compiled by a team of locals & experts. …

Guide

Top 10 Things to do in Hampi

Secrets of Hampi revealed by an insider. Learn about all the cool things to do while you are in …

Guide

10 Top Hampi Hotels for Every Kind of Traveller

Here is a list of top hotel recommendations for every type of traveller in Hampi. Years of …

Recommendations & Guides

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Bangalore to Hampi – Everything You Need to Know

We cover everything you need to know, to plan a trip from Bangalore to Hampi. Ways to travel, things …

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Goa to Hampi – Everything You Need To Know

Travelling from Goa to Hampi? This article will give you all the information you’ll need to plan an awesome …

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Mumbai to Hampi – Everything you need to know

Travelling from Mumbai to Hampi? This article will give you all the information you’ll need to plan an awesome …

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Mango Tree Hampi – The most beloved restaurant of Hampi

Hampi’s favourite restaurant is back with a bang at its new location in Kamalapur Town. …

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History, Architecture, Mythology & Stories of Hampi

Visual Story

The Stone Chariot – Before & After

The famous stone chariot of Hampi was first photographed in 1856 CE. We examined what has changed since then …

History

Mahanavami Celebrations in Vijayanagara

In the 15th century, the city of Vijayanagara was epicenter of Mahanavami celebrations in India. The grand procession with …

History

Duarte Barbosa’s first person account of his Vijayanagara visit

Arriving in Goa with the first Portuguese fleet in 1501, Duarte Barbosa made the journey to Vijayanagara soon after. …

History

Rise of the Vijayanagara Empire and its Capital City

On this blog post learn the story behind rise of the Vijayanagara Empire, learn why they chose area near …

Visual Story

Old Pictures of Hampi

Collection of old pictures of Hampi from later half of 19th century by different foreign visitors. A comparison …

Heritage

The Musical Pillars of Hampi

Is there a scientific basis to the Musical notes emitted from the pillars at Hampi’s Vittala Temple? Are the …

Culture

History of Holi Celebrations in Vijayanagara

The festival of Holi was celebrated with much gusto in 14th Century Vijayanagara as it is celebrated today in …

Heritage

Story of Hampi narrated by a yogi – Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev

Sadhguru is an Indian yogi, mystic and author. Listen to him narrating the story of Vijayanagara in …