Top ten temples to visit in Hampi

 

A prestigious capital of the illustrious Vijayanagara Empire of yore and a cultural hotspot in the modern world, Hampi is a glorious city decked in grandeur and overflowing with culture. 

 The city attracts a large number of tourists every year, owing majorly to its numerous temples and shrines that have been made immortal with illustrious mentions in the chapters of history for their exquisite sculpture and religious significance. 

 



 If the next destination on your long bucket list of place to visit is this cultural hub, then you may want to stick around and read on! 

 

 The first thing you may want to do when planning for a trip to Hampi is look up places to stay in Hampi, that are conveniently located and allow you easy accessibility to all the temples and other attractions. A wise choice would be Shivavilas Palace, located on Palace Road which is accessible from all tourist attractions, making it a time-saving choice. Because with so many temples to cover and so many attractions to visit, time is of the essence! Here is a list of the top 10 temples to visit in Hampi.

 

 

 

Vijaya Vittala Temple

The largest amongst the historical structures in Hampi, this humungous temple is dedicated to Lord Vittala - and is a must-visit when in Hampi. 

Sri Virupaksha Temple

The most renowned amongst the temples of Hampi and built in the 7th century, this temple is believed to be the oldest functioning shrine in India. 

Hanuman Temple

 Located atop the Anjaneya Hill- considered the birthplace of Lord Hanuman- one has to cross a river to reach this temple with rewarding views.

Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex

If temples, fortified walls on the verge of ruin and ancient broken pathways are your calling, then a visit to this temple complex is a highly recommended to-do for you.

Sasivekalu Ganesha Temple

With a history dating back to 1506 A.D., this temple takes as prestigious a spot on our list as it takes atop the Hemakuta hill. 

 

Lakshmi Narasimha Temple

Housing Hampi’s largest monolith statue, this temple pays tribute to Lord Narsimha, the god who was half-man, half-lion! 

 

 

Krishna Temple

A fine exhibit of Krishnadevaraya’s interest in art and culture, this temple is home to many sculpted marvels and is a must-visit for those interested in heritage and culture.

 

Hazara Rama Temple

Depicting scenes from the epic of Ramayana, this temple is dedicated to Lord Ram and has an equally charming pull towards visitors with an interest in Hindu mythology! 

 

 

Tiruvengalanatha Temple

One of the last temples built during the Vijaynagara empire, this temple lies majorly in ruins now as a result of the attacks on it by the Bhamani Kingdom. But it is definitely worth a visit nevertheless. 

 

 

Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex

 Last but not least on our list is the ancient Hemakuta Hill Temple Complex. Comprising of many temples that are the most ancient of the numerous temples in Hampi. This complex has temples built in the 9th century, i.e. even before the city was ruled by the Vijayanagara empire. 

 

Which temples are you looking forward to visiting, do let us know in the comments! 

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