This is the history of the medieval times, of the events in and around Hampi during that time, and the foundation of the Vijayanagara Empire.
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The history and the mythological story of Hampi
This article is about the various facets of Hampi – the history of its foundation and many mythological stories associated with it.
Octagonal bath, Saraswati Temple and Chandrashekara Temple in Hampi
This article is about our visit to the Octagonal Bath, Saraswati Temple, and Chandrashekara Temple in Hampi- the first set of monuments from Kamalapura.
Queen’s Bath, in Hampi
In this article we would divide the Hampi in three zones and visit the Queen’s bath that lies in the royal center of the Hampi.
Mahanavami Dibba, Hampi
Mahanavami Dibba, Hampi – the carvings on its walls gives us the insights about the life of Vijayanagara Rayas and their times.
The Audience Hall and the Tanks and Baths of the Royal Quarters, Hampi
This article is about the Audience Hall, Step-tanks, baths – royal and public, that are present in the royal quarters of Hampi.
Hazara Rama Temple, Hampi
Let us visit the Hazara Rama Temple of Hampi and talk about its location, architectural style, the carvings on the outside wall and its interiors.
The Elephant Stable and the Guards room, Hampi
Taking an offbeat path we reached the Elephant Stable and the Guards room in Hampi; Let us explore these monuments together.
The Zenana Quarters, Hampi
We would now explore the monuments in the Zenana Quarters of Hampi – the Lotus Mahal, the watch towers, Jal Mahal, Queen’s residence and the treasury.
Krishna Temple, Hampi
This is about the Krishna Temple in Hampi, who built it, and why , what is special about its gopurams, temple-complex and also the granary inside it.
Uddana Veerabhadra and the Chandikesvara Temple, Hampi
This is about the Uddana Veerabhadra and the Chandikesvara Temple in Hampi – the location, connection with mythology, about the temples and the statue.
Noblemen’s and Muslim Quarters, and the Underground Shiva Temple, Hampi
We would be visiting the Nobelmen’s and Muslim Quarters and also the Underground Shiva Temple in Hampi and discuss in details about them.