Hampi – Pictures of a city set in stone
TweetImagine a vacation that allows you to have it all – a generous amount of sightseeing in a UNESCO declared world heritage site, relaxed evenings in hammocks by lush paddy fields, watching the sun set over a gurgling river, plenty of restaurants offering great choices of world cuisine in mesmerising ambiance, a chance to get close and personal with wildlife, tremendous architectural history, innumerable photo opportunities and all this on a budget!!
Hampi which was once the capital of the Vijayanagar kingdom is now one of the most glorious and vibrant destination’s in India where you can completely relax, unwind and explore. It’s historical past and the immense treasure of archaeological ruins and relics is a major tourist attraction, beckoning pilgrims, believers, historians, tourists, even trekkers and rock climbers from across the globe.
The eclectic mix of tourists and their varied interests for visiting Hampi give this town a unique personality. Hampi demands a laid back vacation- it is inviting, exciting, beautiful and a charming mix of the contradictory.
Allow yourself an time-extravagant holiday here – explore the stunning architectural ruins of bygone glory, soak in the setting sun along the banks of the Tungabhadra, visit the glorious temples, taste global cuisine in unique ambiances, get up-close and personal with the elephants on the banks of Tungabhadra, practise rock climbing on the many boulders around the town and go shutter crazy!!
It is a destination that will soothes and excite the body and mind in many different ways, and for those yet to be convinced : here is a slide-show of some pictures that I took during my trip to Hampi.
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