Discover the grand temples and architectural marvels of Hampi, the once-thriving capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, now a UNESCO World Heritage site and a prominent archaeological landscape.
The Vijayanagara Empire established its capital at Hampi in 1336 CE, founded by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I on the banks of the Tungabhadra River in present-day Karnataka. By 1500 CE, Hampi had become one of the world's largest cities, flourishing particularly under rulers such as Krishnadevaraya. Foreign travelers documented a metropolis of vast wealth and architectural ambition. This period of prosperity concluded in 1565 CE when a coalition of Deccan sultanates sacked the city after the Battle of Talikota, leading to its abandonment.
Today, the sprawling archaeological landscape of Hampi is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, inscribed in 1986. It showcases a distinctive blend of Dravidian and Indo-Islamic architectural styles, evident in its more than 1,600 surviving monuments. Notable structures include the 7th-century Virupaksha Temple, which remains an active place of worship, and the 15th-century Vitthala Temple, celebrated for its musical pillars and the iconic Stone Chariot, a replica of which appears on the Indian ₹50 currency note.
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