I woke up as usual a bit late this was to be my last day in Hampi and Hospet , Ravi and his friends had promised to take me to Hampi they wanted me to see the Lotus Mahal , The Vishnu Temple , along with a view of the Elephant Stables and Ranga Temple . The sun was out and the temperature by noon had hit thirty-four degrees. I had a Spartan breakfast of toast and egg and then went on to take a long bath .

I waited for the boys to arrive and they soon did , we pushed off for Hampi which was about twenty minutes away , no need for a guide today as I had Ravi and his friends to give me company .We drove upto the Lotus Mahal a ancient building made out of red stone , it had walls filled up with water so that in the hot afternoon the queen could come and rest their in its room which would remain cool due to the water that ran through its walls and pillars .Hampi is a percent place for Hippies their where Russians and Israel tourists as well , all strolling around trying to figure out the various monuments that little Hampi a testimony to the ancient  Vijaynagar empire .

I had managed to grab an orange bar ice cream and also treated my friends with a lemon soda each , it was afternoon time now and the sun was out as we all meandered through the dusty monuments of Hampi . I spotted goats and along the wall of the Vishnu temple sat a goat herder. He had a stick in his hand as he kept an active watch on the goats .What excited me where the pillars and the carvings on the pillars , one of the temple walls was full of carvings each depicting a story from the Hindu epic Ramayana .

I also enjoyed taking pictures of the roofs of these monuments many of them made from red stone and brick .Then their was the Hazararama temple made out from brown sandstone its wall full of ancient carvings of elephants , dancing girls and even horses . The Elephant stables where another high point of Hampi . It is indeed an ancient and sleepy town , a land full of broken stone monuments still a testimony of a great empire that once existed here .”There are only three temples here where prayers are performed .” Ravi informed me . “ There is a a running water stream here as well a few kilometers from here we must stop there .” Ravi said trying to be the senior guide .

We where a group of four really humping around Hampi . I did manage to take some cinematic videos also which was cool the bright blue sky being my background at most times .The red dust and the brown and grey texture of the landscape had become my constant companion as I slowly turned away with my friends around Hampi . We took it easy and I for one was paying keen attention to the temples and how they had been built .

After our initial walk about it was mutually decided to head for the Evergreen Cafe for a late lunch . It was getting very hot I could feel the sweat on my face and on my neck. We stopped over at a running water stream Ravi wanted me to take a dip , but I just walked around the stream taking pictures . This was the coolest spot of the afternoon the gushing water and the green trees quite a contrast.

The Evergreen Caffe was some distance away and when we finally got their we were asked to remove our shoes before we entered which I reluctantly did . It had some great pancakes and falafel typical Israeli stuff along with fruit juice and lemon.” So I hope your will remember your friends when you leave the city tomorrow Anuj .” Ravi asked me . I smiled and replied ,” You know a true traveler never gets attached to the places and people he meets or travels too otherwise he will just stay and not travel further to other destination egger to meet new people and forge new relationships . As a traveler I can’t get attached.” I replied trying to sound philosophical. “Yes ! But you dare not forget us .” Ravi wanted me to stay back for a few more days , but my mind was made up I had a flight to catch from Hubli to my next destination Mysore . “ I will see if I can come back on your birthday maybe then .” I did not want to disappoint my hosts , they had been so hospitable to me all along .

Lunch was light and not very hot so I enjoyed it having watermelon juice all the while , desserts was caramel ice cream , topped with chocolate . It was light but I felt full, my hunger pan gas had disappeared . I would recommend the Evergreen cafe to others has well it has a very casual floor siting arrangements and you can even lie back on pillows to feel totally relaxed, plus it is much cooler as cool wind blows on the top half of the cafe . It has a good cafe owner and chefs who are very kind and caring I took a selfie with the owner he was thrilled to meet a Bollywood actor that too in Hampi .

I got busy showing the manager my YouTube videos and clips from my old Bollywood films like Rap ne bana di jodi and Jodi Breakers , they were all very excited . “ We will all miss you Anuj and I hope you will return again or we will come and see you in Dehra Doon as well .” Ravi was already feeling a bit nostalgic after all we all had spent a entire week together exploring the city and its ancient past .

The sun was beating down on us as it was four in the afternoon already after finishing our meal which also included fish fries and onion rings we got back into our cars heading straight back to my hotel aptly called Hotel Hampi .

As for me I cooled my self under the shower and had a long bath to cool my body down it was hot and I needed to be in the comfort of my room , Ravi and his mates where with me relaxing gingery with me in my room . “ We will arrange for a taxi tomorrow for Hubli , you need not worry .” Ravi was already to make my trip relaxing and worthwhile he was managing everything and that took a load from my head. The Karnataka Kaleidoscope Odyssey has started off well , I have meet friends and seen an ancient city and  a lost civilization  from so up close . The city cools up again at night the temperatures drop by as much as six degrees and one can wander off on the street after dinner that’s what I usually do just to get my digestion going . The temples of the city are a marvel to see and many of them remind me of the temples I saw in Sri lanka .

Now I say farewell to a city which has hosted me so well thought the week. I will cherish this visit and now share it with all my readers.

My Mysuru excursion was almost over, I had already negotiated a good rate with my taxi driver who was ready to take me all over Karnataka for sixteen days, from Coorg to Chikkamagaluru to Nandi Hills and then to Hubli all this for rupees seventy thousand. I was ready for it but not before I bought some sandalwood oil from a local shop this city is famous for its Sandalwood oil which is used for massaging the body and purifying the skin. I also slaved around a few mobile phone shops trying to get my sim card and to work. Then as we were all set to leave for Coorg my hotel called up and informed me that I still had to pay then twelve thousand rupees, we had to turn around to complete that transactions. The afternoon was hot and there was some humidity too in the air.

The journey to Coorg would be a three-hour journey almost hundred and fifty kilometers. I was ready to fall asleep but for the air conditioning inside my taxi that kept me awake. We did stop over at a very local eating joint, it was very traditional and food was served on banana leaves. I gave company to my driver and enjoyed dosa and rice on banana leaves. I ate like a local man and that was fun.

We managed to reach my hotel aptly named the Cocoon in the hill station of Coorg but before that we had to cross a wild life sanctuary, which had elephants and wild buffalo’s roaming around and also ponds and streams. Coorg is known for its coffee and is a chilly growing area. It produces the best chilly powder made in India.

I took my taxi guy along as usual and headed down the coffee plantations of Coorg their is a Tata Coffee factory in one of the plantations here as TATA is a major player in coffee. We drove through small villages and even a dense forest area. Coorg is very green full of tall palm trees and chilly plants. The primary colours of Coorg are green and red mud a texture prevalent in many of the village huts and walls.

We kept driving through and finally arrived at Abbey Falls this is a huge more then fifty meter fall which is situated on a hill. I took my entry ticket of Rs 40 and walked right in. You have to walk quite a distance on steps to get to the fall. It was quite a site but I have seen bigger water falls. Non the less I took pictures of the falls along with the huge splash it made.

Their sheer shops selling Khajur wine and Lassi, it was hot and I gulped a lassi down. The journey back was fun too as I tried not to fall asleep all along. Today was my first big day out into the city. Its peaceful and very green no wonder Sam Manikshaw spent his retired life in this city.

It also has a touch of Islam and Muslim culture as their where two large and splendid mosques in and around the market place and I can hear the azan prayers from my room in the evening. Their are shops and hotels all along and the place can be covered in a bus or an auto rickshaw.

So far I have enjoyed being in Coorg and also the collar weather during the evening and especially the night.

I have been now on the road for over three days and there has been much for me to talk about. The flight to Bangalore was easy and relaxed there was a stopover in Jaipur in between and then the taxi rides from Hubli Airport to Hampi. I slept most of the taxi journey as Ii was hot in the afternoon, unexpectedly so as we are still in the month of February. I was soon to raise that the hotel I had booked by the name of Priyadarshini Inn was very far away almost a forty-minute car journey from Hampi, this I was informed by my friend Ravi who was my host in Hampi and Hospet. After spending one night at Priyadarshini, I decided to move out it was a very uninspiring side of the city only a few shops and a few hotels. It was best for me to move out which I duly did and Ravi and his work mates drove me to Hampi Hotel near the Hospet Railway station. But before that I had the opportunity to visit Ravi’s office and also enjoy lunch with his friends. Ravi is a civil engineer and supplies construction material to the city which Is also a big producer of iron ore and raw iron. It has the biggest iron mill in the state run by the Jindal’s and most of the city’s economy is run by the steel business along with tourism, as tourist from Asia and Europe throng to Hampi to see its ancient ruins and temples which bear testimony to the Vijaya Nagar Dynasty going back to the thirteenth century. The ruins of its capital city, its temples and horse stables are what many explorers come to see.

I quickly took a room in the Hampi hotel and after sharing a beer with my friends I decided to enjoy the food of the city I ordered a chicken biriyani and fried prawns along with a mutton curry. It was very hot and spicy and the masala made my mouth water and tears exploded in my eyes, it was that bad the chilly. This was my first observation of the city and the local Karnataka cuisine. My verdict the food is very hot and I had to gulp Gulaab Jamuns to get the spice off my tongue.

From the hills of Dehra Doon I was suddenly transported to the hot plains of Karnataka and into a bowls of a dusty place, full of duty brown fields and irrigation canals, I could even spot a wind mill when we were driving to my hotel. The city is also blessed and irrigated by the VeerBhadra river which cuts through its land. I took a quite stroll around the city but the thing that struck me most was the Hospet railway station which has a very unique architecture they call it Hospet Junction, and then I walked around the freedom park favoring the mood of the slow night traffic. The city has an efficient auto rickshaw service and also a few buses that run across its many roads, one of the other attraction is a large mansion of a local politician.

The Hanuman temple was where I spent my evening marveling the statute of Hanuman Ji. But the afternoons would get quite hot, thus I decided to make two trips to Humpy and cover it over two days. I even managed to enjoy a local street lunch off chicken rice and onions form an outside stall for thirty rupees only.

It was on the third day that I got hacked my website anujtikku.com got hacked by hackers who seemed to be pissed off that I had written a book on the Shraddha Walker Murder case they were pissed off with me that I had spoken on Love Jihad in the book. The anonymous hackers also left a message as a screen saver on my blog “You have been hacked “Anonymous. The hackers had left a message also that Anti Muslim posts on Love Jihad will not be tolerated. It was a direct threat. This was the first time in seven years of blogging that I have been hacked like this all my data had vanished and my payment gateway was dismantling through spy malware. They had done a good job and someone must have spent an hour doing the entire job and then posting the message. I got in touch with my blog team members and asked him to look into the hack and contact our hosting guys to get the site back and running. But the word from my blog team was that it could take four days to get the site back and even then a lot of the past data would not be completely retrieved. “Get a fire wall around my blog site and see that this doesn’t happen again, also catch the guys who did this hack, their IP address and see if we can fuck their system. “These where my instructions to Vivek who is the team lead for my blog.

Great I seem to be controversies child, my book Shredding Shraddha was on the hit list of Muslim Jihadi’s. My site seemed to be hacked from somewhere in Russia, although it could also be someone from Turkey my team is still trying to figure that one out. It took them a whole two days to get the site up with some data, there is still work to be done on the payment gateway system which was totally made redundant by the hacker’s malware program. These Jihadi’s had done a hit job on my website trying to sabotage my book launch on the Shraddha Walker murder case.

Although it was pain me being hacked I was enthused by the fact that my book had made a sudden impact, their where people who were reading my dark shit and even getting offended by me. That means that I do have some loyal readers out there, that kinda encouraged me a lot. Getting Hacked in Humpy wow! What a Start to my Karnataka Adventures. I had already started making waves travelling to and fro on the streets just watching the locals go by their daily chores. The street walls are littered with famous movie posters of the top films from the state. A famous star in the state just  died while doing hectic training in the gym. Puneeth Rajkumar a Kannada Cinema Star was the youngest son of Dr Raj Kumar who was a superstar himself. Puneet’s posters where all over the place his pictures with a garland where on every road, they really miss him it seems.

The heat was another thing that I have felt, so lethargic throughout my trip in Hampi, thank god for sugar cane juice and salted lassi that kept the heat away. I would Start my day be twelve noon after a hearty breakfast of toast cornflakes and poori aloo. The hotel taxi would take me to Hampi the main site the cost Rs 2400. A fifteen-minute car ride and we would arrive at the Vijay Nagar ruins. I would get a guide for another Rs 2000 and the rest was taken care of, I walked across the ruins taking pictures, the most exciting part was being blessed my Laxmi a famous female elephant who blesses everyone who places a Rs 10 note on her trunk. The pictures where fun and my guide would keep blabbering on about the beauty of the place and how the kings had built it over the years. I would often put my headphones on listening to music just following my guide. Till I came to the banks of the VeerBhadra river and the VeerBhadra Temple. At times stopping to have some sugar cane juice, that was one way of getting some walking done through the day, my walking had dipped considerably this week, I need to get that back on track.

Hampi did remind me a lot of the Angkor Watt in Cambodia the dusty lanes there is so much of the colour   brown in this city. The locals are very friendly one of them even bought me a ten-rupee entry ticket to the park.

The main attraction is the river and the elephant I also enjoyed the Narasimha statue which was very interesting and also very imposing. I also managed to circle around the Ganesha Statue which was carved from a single black stone a large Ganesha illuminated from natural day light.

The Guide would again start to chatter away telling me about one historical fact after another about the place. But my stamina would soon run out and I would pack up from the day after a short excursion.

In two trips I managed to cover over sixty percent of Humpy, its temples carved of red stone still remain entrenched in my mind. Most of Hampi has a vivid blue sky line with monuments made from red and yellow sand stones. Most structures have pillars with carvings of elephants, horses and deer. There is also a giant shiva linga and how could I not mention the sun dial, there is also a sun dial in one of the temples. The local are friendly everyone understands English the local language is in Kannada and so are all the signage’s in the city.

As I had said earlier the primary colors of the city are dust brown yellow and red the canals are river have a hue of emerald green in them and the dark blue sky does give Humpy its distinct look and flavor. The afternoons are sunny and dry I would often stare at construction workers going about their job in the day as most people strolled the sidewalks of the city covering their heads with shawls, cloth and large straw hats. The foreigners where all in their hats and sun glasses. Keenly enjoying the view and exploring the relics of this ancient city. The Hospet railway station has a splendid rail line and a railway signal as well and I would often walk past it in the evening.

I got up late today it was almost noon and the sunlight hit me flush on my face as I opened my eyes gingerly, it was noon for sure and I could hear the traffic through the open glass window of my room. The sun was out and I could still hear the clatter of construction taking place mourned my hotel. I realized that I had asked my friend Ravi to come over for lunch, so it was important for me to start my day however lazy and lethargic I felt. It is true the afternoon heat has made me slow. Soon Ravi arrived with couple of his work mates, his lovely daughter was in toe. “You know that Indian flag post it is the tallest flow post in India.” Ravi pointed to a large flag post almost three kilometers for the hotel. It according to Ravi was the tallest flag post carrying the Indian flag, now that was a new revelation for me, man one does learn new things when one is travelling.

We sat down with a few beers and snacks, the boys wanted to unwind and sat down for lunch along with a gossip session, all my guest had been living in the city for over a decade and where almost like natives of Hampi. I was happy to get all the first-hand information on the area, Ravi also promised to take me for his own private tour of Hampi in his car tomorrow.” We have spent simple life here, but one has to work luckily the steel business gives the people here some employment and there is always some construction work or another going on in the area “Ravi explained as we all drink beer and had masala peanuts.” Two things that are distinct here is the afternoon heat and the chilies and masala in the food it’s just too hot for me to handle but I am sure you guys are used to it.” I told the Kannada boys.” Yes, but we are sued to it, we don’t have a night life here so we all get together for drinks and dinner most evenings that along with music and movies that’s are only entertainment.” Ravi said trying to acquaint me with what life here in this city is.

I managed to catch up with a walk around the city and managed to walk past the bus depot, there was a local bank and an outlet of Reliance Fish selling daily grocery there was also a medical store. The basic amenities of the locals are meet fairly by the commodities sold in the market place.

On the pavement I saw an old beggar woman having tea she had lost most of her teeth, she was laughing at me and staring at me with her piercing green eyes, it was light to behold she was dark old and frail but her face shone brightly. I decided to do a tit for tat and made facial gestures to her, of my own, I would move my cheeks form right to left or puff them. The beggar woman would laugh and make faces at me. Just a minor distraction on my daily walks. It’s going to be khichdi for dinner as well it seems, I just can’t handle a hot spicy curry not in Karnataka at least. For me I have been saved by the prawn and chicken fried rice as Chinese food is not that spicy.

The nights are dry and aired and the temperature is about 28 degrees, I was told by Ravi and his friends that Coorg will be much cooler as it is near the mountains and hills, they insisted that I go to the Chamundi Hills as well. They have been fumigating the hotel all evening trying to ward away insects and mosquito. My lonely walks are my only solace and the only way I can lose myself in the streets of Hampi.

Nandi Hills Highlights

• Hike up to the Nandi Hills through the trails covered with natural scenic beauty.
• Visit the incredible Jaramadagu falls encircled by lush, in the Chikkaballapur region.
• Get a chance to cycle along the hills on the natural pathway.
• Visit the Amaranarayana Temple and get spiritual insights and vibes and witness the marvelous Tashk-e-jannat, a palace brilliantly carved pillars and beautifully painted walls.
• Seek peace and quiet away from the chaotic world at the cave near the spot and get a chance to be amidst the clouds at the ‘envy of the heavens’.
• Nandi Hills is one of the best vantage points from where one can enjoy the glistening sunrises and sunsets.

Paragliding

1. People find Nandi Hills almost irresistible because of the ideal conditions for biking and cycling that can be found in the area. The altitude coupled with the scenery and the well-made biking trails make it the perfect place to enjoy biking alone, or with friends.

Trekking

1. If you are an adventure enthusiast and you prefer spending your weekend productively, you can’t visit Nandi Hills without checking out one of its many trekking trails.

   The green hills, the lush jungles and the gorgeous viewpoints make for some rewarding treks. Some of the most popular treks include the day trek to Horagina Betta and the trek to Channagiri.

Chikmagalur, the Coffee Land of India, is a paradise for nature lovers. It’s a tranquil tourist spot where you can stroll in the lush green forests, tea estates and coffee plantations. It’s a picturesque destination surrounded by a varied landscape.

Among the many natural tourist spots in Chikmagalur are Mullayanagiri, Kemmangundi and Ayyanakere Lake. You’ll also find many religious and historical places to visit in Chikmagalur.

Also, you must not miss a tour of the coffee plantations and tea estates during your trip. The hill station is unexplored and has numerous mountains, waterfalls and coffee plantations to visit. A fruity fragrance of coffee floats all over the town.

So, here’s the list of places to visit in Chikmagalur for 3 days. Take your time and enjoy.

Kudremukh National Park is home to animals like leopards, bears and gaur. You can also spot tigers, barking deer and giant flying squirrels in the deep forests. In Kudremukh, you can go for bird watching too. The forest has around 200 different bird species.

The Kudremukh peak is a joy for hikers and trekkers. Spectacular views of the blue skies, rolling hills and lush pastures are bound to steal your breath away.

• Things To Do: Bird-watching, Trekking, Jeep Safari
• Entry Fee: ₹200 per person
• Timings: 10 AM to 5 PM
• Ideal Duration: 3-4 hours
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 105 km

2. Mullayanagiri

Mullayanagiri is one of the best places to visit near Chikmagalur for adventure enthusiasts. Its peaceful ambience and raw beauty draw the attention of many travellers. It’s also among the popular trekking spots around the town.

It’s a beautiful place to get a bird’s eye view of the hilly landscape and Chikmagalur town. The view from the peak is unmatched. You can also enjoy mountain biking here.

• Things To Do: Camping, Trekking, Mountain Biking
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM
• Ideal Duration: 2-3 hours
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 44 km

3. Baba Budangiri

Baba Budangiri is a mountain range close to Mullayanagiri. It’s a pilgrimage site popular among both Hindus and Muslims. The place is known for the shrine of Sufi saint Baba Budan (Hazrat Dada Hayat Khalandar).

This mountain range is also popular among trekkers. The viewpoints provide striking views of the plains, and the grasslands and forests offer a variety of plants to explore. You might even spot the wildlife at the Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary from here.

• Things To Do: Pilgrimage, Trekking, Photography
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timings: 8 AM to 5 PM
• Ideal Duration: 1-2 hours
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 33 km

4. Hebbe Falls

Hebbe Falls is one of the most enchanting waterfalls to visit in Chikmagalur. You can enjoy its beauty by trekking or taking a jeep to the waterfalls. It’s shrouded in dense forests and coffee estates. It’s a great location to unwind.

The walk through the narrow and steep path to the falls is well worth the time. Hebbe Falls is also considered to have medicinal properties.

• Things To Do: Sightseeing, Trekking, Jeep Safari
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM
• Ideal Duration: 2 hours
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 65 km

5. Z Point

Z Point is a trekking spot close to Hebbe Falls. Encompassed within deep valleys and steep hills, it’s among the best destinations for a short trek on your Chikmagalur tour. The trail has thickets, waterfalls and steep hills. And the cool breeze and the sunset views are alluring.

A visit to Z Point ensures not just relaxation but also mental peace. It’s one of the best places to visit in Chikmagalur in the summer.

• Things To Do: Trekking, Mountain Biking, Photography
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timings: 8 AM to 5 PM
• Ideal Duration: 2 hours
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 44 km

6. Kemmangundi

Kemmangundi, lined with mountains and hillocks, is a hill station with mesmerising views and beautifully laid out ornamental gardens. You can enjoy breathtaking sunset and sunrise and treat your eyes with soothing views of the enchanting mountains and valleys.

The hill station is a perfect destination for nature lovers. It’s also a delight for photographers. Mysore King Krishnaraj Wodeyar IV used this place as his summer retreat.

• Things To Do: Trekking, Picnic, Relaxation
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM
• Ideal Duration: 2 hours
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 61 km

7. Hanuman Gundi Falls

Hanumana Gundi Falls, also called Suthanabbi Falls, is a waterfall near Kudremukh National Park. You need to climb down 300 stone steps to reach the base of the waterfall. A tiny, not very deep, pool is formed there.

It’s in a serene location surrounded by lush green forests and hilly terrains. Popular among adventure enthusiasts, it provides you with a laidback getaway amidst forests.

• Things To Do: Trekking, Camping, Relaxation
• Entry Fee: ₹50 per person
• Timings: 9 AM to 5 PM
• Ideal Duration: 2-3 hours
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 117 km

8. Ayyanakere Lake

Ayyanakere Lake is a kind of place that offers a relaxed atmosphere for you to unwind. Nothing is more romantic than witnessing the sunset here in the evening with your partner. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, the lake provides a delightful experience you’ll cherish for long.

The lake offers an excellent opportunity for trekking enthusiasts. You can also indulge yourself in other recreational activities like fishing and camping.

• Things To Do: Fishing, Camping, Trekking
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM
• Ideal Duration: 1 hour
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 28 km

9. Manikyadhara Falls

Manikyadhara Falls is a perennial cascading waterfall and an excellent location for a day trip from Chikmagalur. It’s in an idyllic spot where you can spend quality time with loved ones. Its green and unspoilt surroundings offer a refreshing break from daily life.

Besides its scenic appeal, Manikyadhara Falls is a sacred pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Muslims. Its water is believed to have healing power.

• Things To Do: Pilgrimage, Trekking, Picnic
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM
• Ideal Duration: 2 hours
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 33 km

10. Sringeri Mutt

Sringeri Mutt is among the popular religious shrines near Chikmagalur, built close to River Tunga. Goddess Sharadamba, an incarnation of Goddess Saraswati, is the presiding deity of this architectural beauty. The idol is made of gold and radiates positive energy all around.

This 8th-century temple was established by Sri Adi Shankaracharya. It’s one of the must visit places near Chikmagalur within 100 km.

• Things To Do: Pilgrimage
• Entry Fee: Free
• Timings: 6 AM to 2 PM and 4 PM to 9 PM
• Ideal Duration: 1 hour
• Distance from Chikmagalur: 122 km

Easygoing Hampi was the last capital of Vijayanagar, quite possibly of the best Hindu realm in India’s set of experiences. The region makes them astonish ruins, intriguingly mixed with enormous rocks that speck the scene. It’s a must-visit objective in India, and a unimaginable energy can be felt there. Plan your outing with this Hampi travel guide.

History
Head Krishna Deva Raya fabricated numerous sanctuaries and different designs at Hampi during the strong reign of the Vijayanagar Domain in South India, from the fourteenth to sixteenth hundreds of years. The thriving capital was viewed as the focal point of South India, and its energetic commercial center was one of the biggest exchanging center points the world offering a wide range of products to outsiders.

Hampi was normally invigorated by slopes that safeguarded it from intruders drawing closer from the north and south. Notwithstanding, its magnificence at last reached a conclusion in 1565 when the five united Deccan Sultanates of Bijapur, Bidar, Berar, Golconda and Ahmednagar prevailed with regards to overcoming ruler Rama Raya (the child in-law of Krishna Deva Raya) in the Clash of Talikota. A half year of resulting ravaging decreased Hampi to ruins. Unfortunately, its greatness was always unable to be restored.

Hampi’s vestiges were found in 1800 by Colin Mackenzie, who turned into the principal Assessor General of India under the English East India Organization. Broad unearthings followed, and are as yet being completed by the Archeological Review of India. In 1986, Hampi was proclaimed an UNESCO World Legacy Site.

Area
Hampi is situated in focal Karnataka, roughly 350 kilometers (217 miles) from Bangalore in South India.

Step by step instructions to Arrive
The closest air terminals are Bellary/Ballari (two hours away) and Hubli (four hours away). From that point, you’ll have to organize transport or taxi transportation.

On the other hand, the nearest rail route station is in Hospet, about thirty minutes away. Short-term trains hurry to Hospet a few times each week from Bangalore and Goa. Transports additionally work from Bangalore and Goa, as well as from Mysore and Gokarna in Karnataka, and will drop you in Hospet. However, the train is certainly more agreeable and ideal. From Hospet, you can take a transport or auto-cart to Hampi. The neighborhood transports are successive and cheap, and better than a long and dusty auto-cart ride.