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Vijayanagar

Hampi, India
Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Hampi
4.5 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins
Description: A vast area of 14th and 15th-century palaces and temples that was once the wealthy capital of a huge Hindu empire.
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Pimookaw
Paris
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19 reviews
11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 13, 2012 NEW

Even though the place is not very well deserved by transportation or well talked about, it is really worth visiting. From Mumbai, we had to spare 4 full day for this trip, 2 days of travel and 2 days of visit. First we flew from Mumbai to Hubli (or Habbali), only 1 company (Kingfisher), 1 flight a day (evening). Then... More

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sanjaykumarghosh
Bangalore, India
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7 reviews
2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2012

(+) impressive ruins set amidst rocky hills (+) good architecture and river side setting at the Vijay Vittala Temple Complex (+) congi ride in the tungabhadra river (+) colourful ambience on the virapur gadde side with cute cottages, souvenir shops and restaurants - quite atmospheric, popular with western tourists. (-) very hot, dusty and uncomfortable for most part of the... More

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KTSWAMY
Hampi, India
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 22, 2012

never forget to visit hampi and anegundi, memorable temples, ruins statues, tells story of how the kingdom became ruins, Anegundi is old dynosty of vijayanagar empire, there many temple are durga temple, fort, famous pampa sarowar, lord hanuman birth place anjanadri hill, 64 pillers mantap indicate expert in 64 type of studies. More

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HappyFeet84
Cape Town
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25 reviews
13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 16, 2012

An amazing lost city amid strangely shaped boulders. Definitely a a sacred energy to this ancient place. More

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archisman
Mumbai (Bombay), India
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3 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2012

Must visit but be careful of the river banks which is very dirty. Great place to vist otherwise. The ruins are kept in good condition and road connectivity is nice. Geologists and historian will find this place fascinating More

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Raybeyleb
Bangalore, India
Senior Contributor
21 reviews
17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2012

Most of the reviewers have covered the key elements. A wonderful and sometimes overwhelming introduction to historical Indian architectural magnificence and planning. Looking at Mumbai or Delhi today, one only has to wonder what happened.......! Same for the pyramids I suppose. Anyway, A guide is MUST. Do your homework before hand. Plan with the guide when you meet them to... More

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AussieNarelle
La Jolla, California
Top Contributor
63 reviews
36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 30, 2011

I visited Hampi from Goa, and as there were no trains available hired a driver for a couple of days. So glad I did as it enabled me to see the countryside and the villages and how the majority of people live and travel outside the major cities. Glad I was not driving...overturned vehicles as they were over laden with... More

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Stefan M
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27 reviews
7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 23, 2011
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Excellent spot to learn more about the culture in India. Just to see the highlights of the highlights takes you easily 1 day. A tour guide is recommended if you like to relax and walk around instead of reading travel guidebooks :-). More

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Ratheesh M
Bangalore
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6 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 5, 2011
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Hampi is right up there as the place to be visited in India. What can a person ask for - Beautiful landscapes, sceneries, Temples, Splendor of Ruins, Restaurants, food, Adventure, hiking and climbing options, Cave exploration, History & Antiquity, great stays and lazing around....You get all these things here. The largest open air museum in the world is one true... More

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canpush
Marathi manoos
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38 reviews
14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2011

Great world heritage site. Must for every indian who is proud of India and its past. They are now re-doing many places, particularly bazaar street that was heavily encroached by commercial establishments. Tourist information center near Virupaksha temple was very helpful. More

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