Hampi is an ancient village and also is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the south Indian state of Karnataka. The village has a very rich historical and cultural significance among travelers worldwide. Hampi is famous for its more than 500 ancient monuments , beautiful temples , bustling street markets , and also captivating remains of the Vijayanagar Empire. Hampi is travelers' delight with more than 100 locations to explore and a great place for History enthusiasts.
Hampi was the erstwhile capital of the ancient Vijaynagar Empire which was established by Harihara I and his brother Bukka Raya I of the Sangama Dynasty in 1336 AD. One more marvel of the village is the Tungabhadra River. This ancient village is famous worldwide for its massive , beautifully carved temples , especially the Virupaksha Temple. Apart from that , the history of Hampi is also related to the Ramayana period and place was known as the Kishkindha which was the kingdom of monkeys.
The winter season from October to February is the best time to visit Hampi. The weather during winters remains cool for all the daylong expect peak afternoon providing the best conditions for exploring the world heritage site. Apart from that , many festivals are celebrated during this time and Vijay Utsav is one among many. Hampi experiences a temperate climate throughout the year. But summers bring scorching heat and therefore , March to June is never a good time to visit Hampi. Hampi receives an average but inconsistent rainfall with relatively low temperatures accompanied by humid weather. Tourists can visit Hampi even in Monsson as there is a seldom heavy downpour , but a little care is necessary to avoid any accident.
Once you are traveling in Hampi , you will never run out of famous attractions to visit during your tour. The best places to visit in Hampi includes famous tourist attraction such as Virupaksha Temple , Hampi , Vithala Temple , Lotus Palace , Yantrodharaka Hanuman Temple , Hampi Bazaar , Hippie Island , etc.
You can take up various things to do in Hampi. Some of the best things include exploration of various temples and ruins of Hampi , Climb Hampi’s Giant Boulders , visit Hippies Island in Hampi , Climb Matanga Hill , Visit Anjaneya Hill , Cliff Jumping , Riding a Scooter , Ride a ferry on Tungabhadra River , etc.
In order to reach Hampi , one can either take flight or train. The nearest airport to Hampi is Bellary at a distance of 13 km and Hubli airport is another airport approx 143 km away from the temple town. Mostly tourists prefer trains overflights for reaching Hampi and for which the nearest railway station is Hospet Junction only 13 km away from town. Alternatively , tourists also can use the road for reaching Hampi and direct buses from major cities like Bangalore , Mumbai , Pune , and Bellary to Hampi make travel pretty convenient. NH4 connects Bangalore to Hampi and it takes only 7 hours to cover the distance between these cities.
Hampi has seen a significant rise in tourists’ arrival in the past few years and this America/lead">Lead to the opening of various restaurants serving a variety of cuisines from all over the world. But the main food in Hampi is some authentic South Indian food such as Dosa , Idli , Sambar , Vada , etc. Non-vegetarian food is also available in some restaurants , but non-vegan food is strictly prohibited on the temple side of the bank of Tungabhadra River. Shopping in Hampi is also a very fun filling activity and the best places for shopping in Hampi include Hampi Bazaar and small Shops outside Virupaksha Temple from where one can shop for tourist’s clothes , souvenirs , and handicrafts.
Hampi is a paradise destination for those who love history and architecture. One can visit here with family , friends or solo , as the place has so many destinations and activities that will not leave anyone idle while on a trip to Hampi. So , let’s pack your luggage and book your Hampi Tour package with Hello Travels. We ensure you to meet up with all your aspirations of this tour like smooth transfer , comfortable stay , lavishing meals , etc.
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