The capital of Vijayanagar Empire

1. The Capital of
Vijayanagara Empire

2. Pattabhirama Mandir

5. Hampi was ruled by four dynasties viz Kadambas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas
, Hoysalas and Mohmammed Tuglaq before brothers Harihar and Bukka
established the famed Kingdome of Vijaynagar in 1336.

8. One of the three stone chariots of India. The other two are at Konark and Mahabalipuram

9. The wheels could turn until
tourists almost dislodged them;.

14. Barter trade of horses and diamonds with Chinese and Portuguese traders

15. These pillars produced musical notes

17. Hampi saw the Golden Age during the twenty year regime
of Krishna Devaraya, (1509-1529) the most famous king of the empire of Vijayanagr
Chandrashekhara Temple

18. Queen’s Bath

19. Stepped Tank

21. Mahanavami Dibba a raised platform from where the king witnessed various ceremonies.

22. Public bath near Mahanavmi Dibba

24. Hazaara Rama mandir

30. The Ramayana is depicted on the walls of this temple in the form of sculptures

31. Watch tower guarding the zenana enclosure

32. Lotus Mahal, a fine example of
Indo-Saracenic architecture

35. Stables for elephants

36. …and for their Mahouts

37. Mahouts’ barracks now house a museum

38. A visit to Hampi will make every Indian proud of our glorious heritage.