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Musical columns in the temple. Notice the distinct shapes and overhead weight of columns of different types.

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Linga

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This 11 feet tall linga, the emblem of Shiva, stands permanently in 4 feet of water and is fed by an ancient channel. Also called Jalakanteshwara.

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Mustard Ganesh

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This 9 feet tall high single stone statue of the the Hindu god of witt and wisdom (Son of Shiva & Parvati) is also known as the Sasivikalu Ganesha.

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Noblemen’s Palace

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Recently discovered foundation. The size and design of these foundation suggest a quarter for aristocrats and high-ranking officials.

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Vittala Temple

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Musical columns in the temple. Notice the distinct shapes and overhead weight of columns of different types.
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The most decorated temple in Hampi is Vittala Temple. As with most temples, the wall inscriptions and sculptures paint a picture of contemporary art, science, commerce, society, culture and everything under the sun. It's famous for its musical pillars. There are about 40 of the original 56 pillars still standing in the temple premises. Each pillar is surrounded by stone columns. Striking these columns with knuckles or short wooden drumsticks produces the sounds of a distinct classical Indian musical instrument. There is one pillar whose columns also produce the notes of the more..

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Virupaksha Temple

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It has a 50m high gopuram (or tower) ornamented with exotic figures. Parts of the temple date back from the 6th century. Renovated in 1510 by Krishna Deva Raya. This shrine is still in use. It houses an elephant.

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Narshima

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Single stone statue of half man-half lion incarnation of Vishnu. Seated under a canopy of 7-headed snake, it is 22ft high.

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Hazara Rama Temple

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The outer and closer wall of this early 15th century temple has 5 rows of carved frenzies. Episodes of the epic Ramayana are depicted. This richly carved temple also contains one of the rarest depictions of Vishnu as Buddha. It is a paradise for sculptures.

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Pushkarni:

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A stepped drinking water tank made of green stone. Water is supplied to it through a stone aqueduct.

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Lotus Mahal

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Shaped like a lotus flower from top, this two-story structure has beautiful arch ways set in geometric regularity. It was an air-cooled summer palace of the queen.

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Elephant Stables

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photo by: GKM Prasanth

These stables housed 11 royal elephants in separate compartments and is a beautiful example of Hindu Muslim architecture.

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Hampi Bazaars

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A ruined old Hampi Bazaar
photo by: Anuradha Goyal

The bazaars in old Hampi were a long corridor supported by stone pillars and roofs. it is said that the people came from all over the place to trade gold and silver here. These bazaars do come alive these days once a year during the annual Hampi festival that is held every year from 3-5 Nov.

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Peanut Ganesh

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18 feet Peanut Ganesha
photo by: Anuradha Goyal

Also known as Kadalai Kalu Ganesha, the Ganesh of Royalty is a 18 feet high single stone structure. With the 18 feet height you wonder why was it called Peanut Ganesha. The spot offers some beautiful view of Hampi Market and adjoining areas.

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Krishna temple + Vijayanagar

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Typical example of Jain architecture. Also known as “ Tricota” temple or temple with 3 sanctum. Dedicated to Hindu religion.

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Virupaksha market

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Virupakhsa market (32m wide & 728m long) is the longest street laid out during the Vijayanagara period. Once lined by beautiful houses and shops selling gold and precious stones, today it is the hub of all activities in Hampi and packed with small shops selling souvenirs. Also known as the Chariot Street.

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Underground Temple

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The temple dedicated to happy Shiva (or Prasanna Virupaksha) is below ground level.

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Mahanavami Dibba

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Solid structure from which the royalty viewed Hampi and the setting for one of the famous lion stories. This platform, with its pomp, has beautiful carvings ans is covered in beautiful colours and revelry during the Mahanadu festival.

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Hamakut hill

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Beautiful view of Virupaksha temple and the northern sector of Hampi. You can oversea the river Tungabhadra. rich: Very mellow in the evening.

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