Gorgeous and beautiful Hampi will come to realize you come to another country
Hampi is an ancient town in Hospet taluka of Bellary district of Karnataka. After going to Hampi, we can not only see the hallmark of our ancient grandeur, but also feel it on every step.
History of Hampi
After the arrival of Allauddin Khilji in Yadavavigiri (1296 AD), the whole of South India had an Imperial Empire. From his independence, there was a threat to civilization and culture. In the same background, the Vijaya Nagar empire, which has called a dynastic state with the Khaliji and called for a prosperous state. Vijay Nagar empire was ruled by three dynasties-Sangam dynasty, Saluva dynasty and Tulu dynasty. 21 rulers from Harihar (1336-56 AD) to Sadashiva (1542-70 CE) ruled over this, but the king who was known as the most known of it was King Krishna Deva Raya (1509-29 AD). In childhood, a lot of stories of Krishna Dev Rai and Tenali Ram have to be heard. The city of Vijay Nagar of Hampi is right there, where all these stories were born.
Hampi enters the city, you do not realize what is going to see. About 40 kilometers from Bellary and 12 kilometers from Hospet, this town is situated on the banks of river Tungabhadra. Looking at the glory of the Vijay Nagar empire, you can call it the metropolis of that period too. Metropolis, so that all the segments which are divided into different segments of the town, all the segments are a complete city in their own right. When we roam in them, it seems that we are roaming in the suburbs of a big metropolis, just like you roam in Mumbai, in Bandra, Vile Parle, Andheri, etc., roam the suburbs.
Hampi divided into temples
Originally, the southern part of Hampi can be considered divided into three main temples. Virupaksha Temple, Achyutraaya Temple and Vittal Temple Virupaksha temple is still a vibrant temple where worship is worshiped by the rules. This temple, 165 feet long and 150 feet wide, is visible from a distance. The rest of the temple is in its original form, while its peak is painted yellow. You can get admission to the temple's womb, provided you get the receipt of 25 rupees separately. There is a temple of Shiva. A distance from the Virupaksha temple, Ekasheela is a huge statue of Nandi. There is a distance of about one hundred and a half meters between the giant Nandi and the temple. In such a situation, we can estimate the magnificence of the temple itself. On the road of this one hundred and a half meters, the shops and the temples are built on both sides. Since this temple is very close to settlement, it is mostly in a fragmentary state.
The part of the Achyutraya temple is also full of the best craftsmanship. Standing between the pavilions and the palaces and watching the Achitraya temple, when you are away, you realize that they are literally standing in a very big luxury market, where there are shops with adornments on both sides, there is a meeting hall. The craft that has been engraved in the temples built in place of place is amazing. The examples of this skill of our artisans rarely look elsewhere. To go to Achyutraya temple, you have to go through the route of Matunga Hill. There is also a temple of ancient Kodandram. The idol of this temple is unique. Following our mythological references, this area was called Pampa Sarovar and it was the capital of Bali. In the eleventh century and seventh century inscriptions, it is mentioned in the form of Pampa area. On going on foot from the Achutraya temple, half a kilometer km On the way you reach the Vithal temple. The Vithal temple is the famous place where we see a chariot of a stone. This is the identification mark of Rath Hampi. This route is also very panoramic, because on one hand there is a panoramic view of the Tungabhadra river, and on the other hand, many beautiful temples and artifacts appear to be made. The chariot of the Vithal temple calls to you - it seems. It is a challenge that "there is someone else who can compete with our unique sculpture". The entire temple is filled with one of the most important artifacts from the one.
Beautiful reservoir
Vijay Nagar is a specialty of the empire and that every suburb where there is a temple, there are markets, but there is also a beautiful reservoir with it, which is called Pushkarani. Today all the reservoirs have dried up. Dust and soil have been frozen on them with layers of time, but sometimes they looked beautiful with water. It is good that these temples can not go from their vehicle. The vehicle has to leave the parking lot and go from the battery rickshaw. Most women run it only. Stories of empowerment of women at the time of Krishnadev Rai are very popular. There are some unique and unsurpassed scenes where you can walk while walking. On a mountain it is said that there are several thousand Shivlinga. Its name is also Koittaliga.
Lord Ganesha is worshiped on the Hemkoot Mountains
After entering here you will see a huge statue of Ganesh Ji. It is twelve feet high statue. The specialty is that it is not too bad, but the particular thing about this statue is that when it goes back and looks, then there is also the shape of a woman in the statue. It is said that Ganesha is sitting in the lap of Mother Parvati. From this mountain you have a very beautiful view all around. You can see the panoramic view of Vijay Nagar kingdom spread over 16 sq km area. By the way, the most panoramic view is seen from the tower on the mountain behind the Achyutraya temple, which is made of the same period. Kamalapur is also a part of the city. On this route, a huge statue pulls your attention and that is the image of Furious Narasimha. It is also called the statue of Lakshmi Narasimha, because it is imagined that Lakshmi is sitting in the neck of Narasimha. Lakshmi's statue can not be seen, yes, her hand is seen in the neck of Narasimha. Only fantasy is thrilled by the fact that this statue can be seen in its entire form. The 22-feet high is situated near this statue called 'Badwaling', a Shivling which is 12 feet high, which is made of black stone. Which always remains submerged in water.
Pataleshwar Temple
Pateleeshwar is a place near the temple, where there are ruins of the king and queen's palace and other buildings. As you enter the temple, you see the royal palace's palace. Seeing the terrace, the magnificence of the palace standing on it can be estimated. The Kamal palace is very beautiful in front. In it you will see a mixture of both Indian architecture and Mughal architecture. It is made of lime-clay. Therefore, there is an appearance of coldness inside it. It seems that it will be watering around it. Next to Kamal Mahal is the place for rest of elephants. It has space for eleven elephants. Look at its magnificence so it looks like a palace. When the elephants have such a great place to rest, then how can the king's palace be? It can be estimated. The Queen also has a bathroom. There is also a place of living for the bodyguards. All these places are about to create astonishment according to architectural and grandeur. If you look at our metropolises today, really, this metropolitan city is 600 years ago, it seems to be another country.
How to reach
If you have to travel by rail, then travel to Bellary and the road, then Hosppet is convenient. Hosepeth from Bengaluru can be reached by road in six to eight hours.