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Vithala Temple Complex

Bellary District, Hampi, India
Ranked #2 of 8 attractions in Hampi
4.5 of 5 stars 23 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Religious Sites
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Bangalore, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

I took a guide. A lot of business happened outside the complex. The approch to the tample were through at least three gates so nice if you could also spend time outside. Inside it appeared a copy of Velur temple sans the stone chariot. Cool More

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Bangalore, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

It was a nice experience to be there. The place seems like speaking to you. From the ruins you can imagine the life and the ways of time long gone. It was worth spending time there. Also the surroundings are beautiful. the boulders lying so casually seem to have been put by someone deliberately... but they are natures beautiful creation! More

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Estados Unidos
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

There are lots of ruins and sites all around Hampi that are "free". Many of them are "almost" as good as the Vittala Temple (and, generally, the free sites are far less crowded). One point I'd make, though, is that the same 250 rupees buys you entry to the "Zenana Enclosure", which is 3 or 4 km away (if you... More

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Navi Mumbai, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

The temple is awesome. The architecture is simply awesome. This magnificent structure is visible from almost all parts of Hampi which gives it a very good getup. More

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Bangalore, India
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012
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I guess no amount of words can explain this spectacle. The impressive pillared halls inside the temple will mesmerize you for sure. The Stone Chariot is considered as the icon for Hampi and is really impressive. Legend has it that Lord Vishnu found it too grand to live in and thus returned to his own humble home.. ! More

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012

A beautiful set of Temples and buildings 250Rp entrance to MAIN temple which gets you too OTHERS too.. Others are free. Place has Kings Balance etc, outside, more temples and a stone chariot! Very quiet in most temples - photo opps galore - we hired scooter and did it ALSO walked from Hampi Bazaar (1.5km) - but go Early as... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2012

I was in Goa this March and decided to go to Hampi as i had visited on a previous visit and enjoyed it,so i went to a tour operator in Candolim ,Goa who i had used beforethe company is called Johns Boat Tours,Unfortunately the man in the Shop was a real arrogant piece of work who didnt want to talk... More

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India
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012

I would not miss this temple for anything in the world. It is rather away from the main Hampi Bazaar ( about 10 km). Since the roads are flat for most of the way cycling is easy. Retain the tickets because you can reuse them at the Lotus Mahal. More

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Lake District
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012

Where else can you find a temple with a post office in it? Nice temple with reasonable camera charges. Post office through the main gate and in the far left corner. More

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Bangalore, India
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Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2012
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(+) stone chariot and other parts of the temple - quite impressive among all the other ruins of the area; (+) the river side portion is a real treat with the water flowing right over the stones.. (-) late evening ride around the ruins is recommended, to peak day tour or walking tour which can be very uncomfortable due to... More

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