Month: August 2012

Balakrishna Temple at Hampi, Karnataka

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The Balakrishna Temple is also among the Group of Monuments which is currently listed as a part of the World Heritage Monuments by the UNESCO. This temple was built by the ruler Krishnadevaraya of the Vijayanagara period in the year 1513 A.D. About Balakrishna Temple : Krishna temple is considered to be one of the largest … Read more

Achyutaraya Temple at Hampi, Karnataka

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The Achyutaraya temple is one of the major Hindu temple complexes in Hampi which is dedicated to Tiruvengalanatha, the form of Vishnu that is venerated at Tirupati. Clearly visible from the summit of theMatanga Hill, the temple complex is a perfect example of advanced form of Vijayanagar style of architecture.

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Sugriva’s Cave In Karnataka

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Sugriva’s Cave is a natural cave in Hampi, which was once the home of the mythological monkey king of the Ramayana. Carved by the fingers of nature, this cave is simply fascinating. Steeped in glorious history, the cave is a major attraction of Hampi.

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Guard’s quarters In Karnataka

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The building facing south adjacent to the Elephant stables is the Guards quarters. It is a rectangular structure with a verandah in front. It has a very fine facade comprising of eleven arches. Inside, the building is an open courtyard surrounded by a pillared cloister with vaulted roof.

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Stone Chariot In Karnataka

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This is the famous Stone Chariot at the Vitthala temple in Hampi, North Karnataka, built in the fifteenth century. Its stone wheels are capable of revolving. Often temple chariots are mobile reproductions of a temple. The stone chariot here is in turn a static version of the mobile temple chariot. About Stone Chariot : The stone … Read more