Sign in to continue
Enter your email address for Login.
The iconic Chariot, the image of which can be seen on a 50 rupee note in Indian Currency, needs no introduction. A vast area of ruins, a live temple, a Lotus temple, and many more heritage sites in the compound makes Hampi the most visited monument in Karnataka. The glorious capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage site. A must-do destination, Hampi is famous for its historic significance, heritage, temples, ruins, and exquisite craftsmanship. The major attractions at Hampi include Virupaksha Temple, Ugranarsimha Vigraha, Lotus Palace, Hampi Bazaar, Vittala Temple, and much more. The 7th century Virupaksha Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva with gigantic Gopuram is the highlight of Hampi. The temple is still active and the pilgrims offer prayers to their deity. The other attractions include Sasive Kalu Ganesha, Kadale Kalu Ganesha, Anegundi, Vijaya Vittala Temple, and Atal Bihari Vajpayee Zoological Park.
Just 13 km away from Aihole Pattadakal takes about 20 minutes to reach. A UNESCO World Heritage site from the 7th and 8th centuries consist of Hindu and Jain temples. Unique craftsmanship depicts both the North and South Indian styles of architecture. Chalukyas used Pattadakal for coronation ceremonies. One of the main attractions at Pattadakal is Virupaksha Temple. Constructed by queen Lokamahadevi in the 8th century AD to celebrate her husband and King Vikramaditya’s victory over Pallavas. Unparalleled craftsmanship at Virupaksha temple showcases the sculptures of Ugra Narshimha and Nataraja. The other popular temples in the complex are Papanatha temple, Galaganatha Temple, Sangameshwara temple, Chandrashekara temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Mallikarjuna Temple, Jambu Lingeshwara Temple, and Kadasiddeshwar Temple.
Formerly known as Vatapi and serving as the capital of Chalukyas, Badami was constructed between the 6th and 8th centuries. Located in the district Bagalkote headquarters, Badami invites tourists, travellers, researchers, and all those who love history and heritage for its sandstone cave temples and carvings. Badami cave temple complex is home to a Jain temple and three Hindu temples. The caves at Badami are based on themes depicting, Tandava Dance by lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu, and his carnations. The stunning and mesmerizing backdrop of Agastya Lake and cave temple landscapes, these monuments are of great historical importance and invite photography enthusiasts. Just 13 km away from Aihole Pattadakal takes about 20 minutes to reach. A UNESCO World Heritage site from the 7th and 8th centuries consist of Hindu and Jain temples. Unique craftsmanship depicts both the North and South Indian styles of architecture. Chalukyas used Pattadakal for coronation ceremonies. One of the main attractions at Pattadakal is Virupaksha Temple. Constructed by queen Lokamahadevi in the 8th century AD to celebrate her husband and King Vikramaditya’s victory over Pallavas. Unparalleled craftsmanship at Virupaksha temple showcases the sculptures of Ugra Narshimha and Nataraja. The other popular temples in the complex are Papanatha temple, Galaganatha Temple, Sangameshwara temple, Chandrashekara temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Mallikarjuna Temple, Jambu Lingeshwara Temple, and Kadasiddeshwar Temple.
✔ Dep.Coimbatore by Intercity exp.@ 12.50 pm
✔ Arr.Bangalore – 9 pm, connect to Hampi exp.@ 9.55 pm
✔ Arr.Hospet – 7 am , Transfer to hotel
✔ Visit – The ruins and remnants of the glorious Vijayanagar Empire
✔ Virupaksha Temple is a 6th century Shiva temple located at the bank of the Tungabhadra river. With a 220 feet Gopuram covered with intricate carvings and idols of gods and goddesses at levels, the Virupaksha temple is the icon and guiding beacon of Hampi and is visible pretty much from everywhere. Inside the towering gate is a sprawling courtyard with another set of smaller temples, a large hall and a set of beautifully ornate pillars
✔ Hazare Rama Temple This expansive temple is popular for the lovely relics and panels depicting the story of the epic Ramayana. Having been mostly demolished, the temple now mainly consists of a sprawling open complex framed by rows of ornate pillars, with tall and swaying palm trees in the background
✔ Stone chariot temple the iconic Stone Chariot, a symbol that finds a pride of place on the 50-rupee currency note in India. This magnificent chariot temple is also famous for the musical pillars, tapping on which produces different musical notes, signifying an architectural and engineering feat of the Vijayanagar empire
✔ Elephant stables The Elephant Stable is an impressive Indo-Islamic architecture with distinct domes and mughal-style gardens that was used to provide shelter for the royal elephants of the Vijayanagara Empire. It is one of the very few structures not suffered the damage during Deccan Sultanate attack on Hampi
✔ Sunset on the hill watch a stunning sunset over Hampi’s famed boulder-temple-palm tree skyline which is no less charming than at a European square.stand mesmerized as the sun light casts a beautiful golden glow on the beige temples, making everything feel magical
✔ Check out & proceed to Badami ( 3 hrs )
✔ Visit - The Banashankari Temple and Badami Cave Temples dating back to the 06th& 07th centuries. Later drive further to visit the temples and sculptures of Pattadakal, Aihole blended in Dravidian and Nagara style
✔ Later drop at rly.station , board Hampi exp.@ 7.55 pm
✔ Arr.Bangalore – 7.40 am , connect to Uday exp.@ 2.15 pm Arr.Coimbatore – 9.05 pm
