Once the grand capital of the Vijayanagar Empire, Hampi was destroyed in the 16th century by a coalition of Deccan sultans. Today, it stands as a haunting yet beautiful ghost city on the banks of the Tungabhadra River.

Hampi Today
Though its glory days are long past, Hampi continues to attract a steady stream of pilgrims and curious travelers. Many journey here from Goa or make the long trek across the Deccan plateau to witness its surreal landscape of ancient ruins and giant granite boulders.

Agricultural Revival
The fertile lands surrounding Hampi are now cultivated once again, with restored irrigation channels feeding lush rice paddies and banana plantations. These green fields form a vivid contrast to the sun-bleached stones of the ruined empire.

Exploring the Ruins
To fully appreciate Hampi’s vast archaeological wonders — from ornate temples and royal elephant stables to intricately carved sculptures — we recommend spending at least two full days here. The landscape is largely inhabited by monkeys, cave-dwelling sadhus, and the occasional wandering pilgrim, lending an otherworldly calm to the area.

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