this was made for queens of the kingdom for stay in hot summer of hampi. water is circulated through the walls of this mahal to keep it cool.

historiansa have several theories about the lotus temple. To a visitor it's a refreshingly different architectural style than rest of the monuments of the same era of Vijayanagara kingdom. You will find it in Zenana enclosure.

The passages to the top were short and steep, and anyway were blocked for public usage. The ground floor is free for a nice run around.

This charming building is set in a garden which has cassia shrubs, lush lawns and neem trees. In other words, it feels like part of a Persian or Mughal garden. It has some lovely stucco work on its arches and remains in good condition. However,...More

this place is special due to its design and architecture. unique design to fill water in pillars to keep the palace cool for the queen. amazing!!

A good open small palace near a well. A good picture can be clicked from the backside as compared to the front.

This was for the queen, and the design is simple but stunning non the less. The lines and the fact that it once had simple air conditioning for that time is pretty cool. the surrounding grounds are pretty also.