The ancient town and capital of the Vijayanagara empire is located at Hampi.
The grandeur, magnificence and extent of this kingdom is still visible despite the havoc of age, almost total destruction by invaders and, even, new age vandalism.
Walking through the ruined deserted streets one can almost feel the thriving activity of the market place, the temple complex, the bathing pools, houses... The mark and stamp is carved and frozen in stone.
Words are not much required when you can see, feel and be awe struck.
View from hill
Pushkarni or bathing place
Overhead view of the Pushkarni
Holi scene on pillar
Ruined structure en-route to Vitthala temple
Vitthala temple Gopuram relief
Vitthala temple Gopuram close-up
Vitthala temple Gopuram close-up with Durga and Krishna-gopi
Vitthala temple Gopuram - The chinese style terracotta clay images are visible
Vitthala temple courtyard
Vitthala temple - dancing hall pillar
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