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The Ultimate Hampi Itinerary for 3 days in 2024 (With Free PDF)

This is a detailed account of our Hampi itinerary for 3 days and an equally invigorating road trip from Bangalore to Hampi. So, join us on this virtual trip to the Rome of the East as we immerse ourselves in its glorious history.

As we sailed in the Tungabhadra River, I could picture myself as one of the thousands of foreign travelers and merchants who came to Hampi in the 14th-16th century. The lively road trip from Bangalore, the grandeur of the ruins, the sunset at Tungabhadra – they will be etched in my memories forever. 

So let me help you plan a Hampi trip from Bangalore, or anywhere in India for that matter.

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The sun is about to set on the banks of mighty Tungabhadra river at Hampi. The monkeys gather at the rocks and boulders strewn all around for their evening activities. A coracle ride in this river at this time of the day is the most memorable part of the Hampi itinerary
The serene Golden Hour at Tungabhadra River, Hampi

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Short on time? Steal this Hampi Itinerary

This is the best itinerary for a weekend trip to Hampi from Bangalore on a long weekend. Our trip was slightly different because we left late and had to leave Hampi earlier for some reason.

Well, things don’t always turn out the way you planned, but it’s always good to have a solid itinerary to begin with. Let’s start with that here, and then we’ll see how my trip with friends turned out.

Day 1: Reach Hampi

  • Start Early from Bangalore: Check-in to Hotel by 2 pm
  • Walking tour of Royal Enclosure and Danaik’s Enclosure
  • Then explore the Hemkunta Group of Temples – A highlight
  • Visit Virupaksha Temple – one of the oldest living temples in India

Day 2: Explore Hampi Highlights

  • Archeological Museum: Collect the Hampi Monuments Ticket here.
  • Drive to the Vittala Temple Complex: You’ll spend least 2 hours here.
  • Hippie Island for lunch and music
  • Daroji Wildlife Sanctuary: For wildlife enthusiasts, but it’s optional.
  • Visit the Zenana Enclosure with the Hampi Ticket
  • Coracle Ride in Tungabhadra: A unique experience, costs around Rs.1000 for a 30-minute ride.

Day 3: Depart from Hampi

  • Drive to Anjaneya Hills and hike to the Monkey Temple
  • If you had to skip Daroji Wildlife Sanctuary on day 2, you can visit it today
  • Departure: Start for Bangalore at 2pm.

Trust me, this is not as hectic as it might sound. If you can start early, book some tours I recommend in this article, you can make the most of your trip with family.

I have skipped some adventures like bouldering in Hampi, climbing the Matange Hills and cliff-diving at Hampi. You can do it on your second trip to Hampi, or if you can extend your stay by one more day.

Read till the end to download a Hampi Itinerary PDF for your future reference.(Free download, no signup required).

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An introduction of Hampi – a UNESCO Heritage site

Located in Karnataka, India, Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage site. When you start planning your trip to Hampi, it’s important to know a little bit about the history of this place.

Hampi is famous for being the capital of the great Vijayanagara empire of the 14th and 15th centuries. However, the documented history of Hampi goes back to the kingdom of Ashoka.

The region was successively ruled by many great Hindu dynasties before the Vijayanagara kingdom was formed. 

With Hampi as the capital, the kings of the Vijayanagara empire controlled a major part of South India. This made possible, the booming trade relations with countries all over the world. The prosperity and greatness of this Hampi have been chronicled in many travelogues of that time. 

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Day 1 of 3: Bangalore to Hampi itinerary

It’s ideal to leave Bangalore by 6 am so that you face less traffic and can reach Hampi by noon. However, we started late. By the time we freshened up at our hotel and had our much-needed lunch, it was almost 4 pm.

Hampi has two distinct areas separated by the beautiful Tungabhadra river – the main Hampi and the North Hampi. There is, of course, another less explored part of Hampi, which is wildlife! Yes, we will talk about it later.

The Hampi bazaar was just 2 km from our hotel, so we started with the hope of exploring them. You can easily call this part of Hampi an open-air museum. You don’t need to search for sites, it’s all around you.

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Royal Enclosure Area |  Hampi itinerary

Hampi Itinerary and Travel Guide - Royal Enclosure

The most prominent structure here is the Mahanabami Dibba which was used for Dushera festivities. Other significant places to see here are the King’s audience hall, a.k.a. 100-pillared hall, the Queen’s bath, the Octagonal bath, the stepped tank, the public bath, and horse stables.

The royal enclosure was the seat of the emperor of the Vijayanagara kingdom and naturally the home to many significant monuments. There are over 45 structures in the Royal enclosure, or should I say ruins of the glorious structures that once existed.

We parked near the Danaik enclosure and walked straight to the Queen’s bath. From there we just explored the area on foot.

I’ve laid out this walking map of the Royal enclosure area for you to explore the monuments.🗺️

Queen’s Bath

Queen's Bath - remnants of what used to be a private bathing pool of the royal women - Day 1 of Hampi Itinerary

Danaik’s Enclosure Area | Hampi itinerary

That's me marveling at the ruins of a great temple at Danaik Enclosure.
Hazara Rama Temple

Danaik’s enclosure or Dannanayaka enclosure is adjacent to the Royal enclosure, and an area which historians are divided on.

Some believe it to be the mint area of Hampi, some the seat of administration (Danaik meaning chief administrator), while some say it is the military training area. Most of the monuments here were completely destroyed, hence the ambiguity.

As we entered the beautiful Hazara Rama temple, a monument that has withstood the test of time; we could hear the evening azaan from the Mohammedan quarter. The Mohammedan watchtower offers a great panoramic view of the Hampi bazaar.

This place is famous for bouldering, a perfect adventure in the rocky landscape of Hampi. The weather was cloudy and pleasant, but not ideal for watching the sunset. We climbed one of the smaller rocks to watch the dramatic landscape in the evening. 

Hemkunta Group of Temples

As we went past the Royal enclosure towards the Tungabhadra River, our eyes fell on the canvas of stone on our left side. It was a cluster of ancient temples on the Hemkunta hills – the Hemkanta Group of temples.

The architecture of these temples is distinct from the rest of the Hampi group of monuments. These temples were built between 9th and 14th centuries. Traces of fortifications show that this area was a protected zone during that era.

“Adda” at Tungabhadra River | Hampi itinerary for 3 days

The next stop from here normally would be Zenana Enclosure, which is just 750 meters from the Danaik’s enclosure. However, we decided to visit the Tungabhadra River for a coracle ride. Unfortunately, the coracle ride closes at 6 pm, and by this time it was dark.

We sat at the banks of the river and enjoyed the serene calm, unlikely of such a tourist hot-spot. We had the quintessential Bengali “Adda” (chit-chat with friends on topics ranging from nature to politics).

 That was the end of our first day at Hampi. We returned to our hotel and played cards till midnight.

We spent so much time reading all the background stories and navigating our way in Hampi.

So, I highly recommend this 2-hour guided walking tour of this historic site.

It will help optimize your time on Day 1.

Day 2 of 3: Hampi itinerary from Bangalore

Our plan for the next day was ambitious but doable. If you have just one day in Hampi, this could be your itinerary.

We decided to start the day at 9 am with a tour of the archaeological museum of Hampi. Luckily this was exactly opposite to our hotel.

Archeological Museum of Hampi

Hampi Archeological Museum

There is one Hampi ticket (costs Rs. 40/-) valid for 24 hours, which will have you covered for the Archeological Museum in Hampi and the UNESCO group of Monuments – the Vijaya Vittala Temple and the Zenana Enclosure.

The Archeological Museum is a great place to start your day as it will give you the best introduction to this Heritage site.

It was also our obvious choice as we stayed at Clarkes’ Inn Hampi, right opposite to the museum. I highly recommend this mid-budget property.

The museum has a beautiful lawn with some pillars excavated from the ruins. Inside the museum, you will find a large model of the city. This will give you a solid orientation of the city and help you with planning. It would have been ideal if they had audio guides available in the museum but they don’t.

All the relics are supported by sufficient information written in English, Hindi, and Kannada. Some of the notable collections here are the idols of Hindu deities and the coins of different eras from the Chalukyas to the kings of Vijayanagara.

Another interesting exhibit was the one showing the evolution of the Devanagari script. 

Things to Note!

  • Entry Fee – Rs. 40, including Vijaya Vittala Complex and Zenana Enclosure Complex.
  • Open time: 10 am to 5 pm
  • Photography – Free

Vittala Temple Complex

The Stone Chariot of Vittala Temple Hampi is the highlight of 2-day Hampi Itinerary
Stone Chariot – the famous heritage monument of Hampi that is printed on the back of the Indian bank-note

From the museum, we drove straight to North Hampi on the other side of the Tungabhadra River.

The best alternative of driving is taking a boat from the banks of Tungabhadra to go to the other side. When you search on Google Maps, use “Vijaya Vittala temple” since there is another Vittala temple almost 100 km away from Hampi.

The Vittala Temple is the zenith of architecture in the Vijayanagara kingdom and a must-to-include place in your Hampi itinerary. From the parking area, you can either walk 1.5 km to the temple complex or you can hire a tuk-tuk.

At Rs.20 per person, the tuk-tuk takes you to the main temple complex from where you can explore the Vittala Bazaar, the temple, and the river. On your way back you just have to wait in queue for a tuk-tuk to arrive.


Me and my husband at the Vittala Temple Hampi
The Vittala Bazaar leading to the Vijaya Vittala Temple

No matter how packed your schedule is you will have to spend at least 2 hours in the complex. The Vittala bazaar was the large market of North Hampi. A series of parallel pillars on both sides lead to the main entrance of the Vittala temple complex.


Hamp Itinerary - Gate to Vittala temples
Gate to the Vijaya Vittala Temples

 

As soon as you enter the complex you see the spectacular Stone chariot, the icon of Hampi, right in front of you. It was built out of multiple granite blocks put one over the other. The intricate carvings on the joins completely hide the crease giving an impression of a monolithic shrine.

This is where we saw the overwhelming crowd that we were (not) missing till now. People thronged upon the stone chariot waiting for their turn to take multiple photos, while we continued our way to the main hall.

We then entered the gate of the main Vittala temple. There were two temples here. One of these had the famous musical pillars, pillars that were used to create music. We spent an unexpected amount of time experimenting with our music composition skills on the pillars.

Musical pillars of Vijaya Vittala Temple
Temple with Musical Pillars

The other temple had intricate carvings depicting stories of mythology and history. The stories were inscribed in words on the wall in the Kannada language. After exploring and photographing the temples in the scorching heat we went to the riverside to relax and enjoy the breeze. 

Hampi itinerary - vittala temple

After spending an hour by now we walked towards the King’s balance,  followed by the other side of the Tungabhadra river. The experience was magical and I could just stay there the whole day if I had time.

King's Balance at Vittala, North Hampi

At the banks of Tungabhadra river in North Hampi


Anjaneya hills and the Monkey temple

Hampi itinerary 3 days

The Anjaneya Hills holds a significant place in Hindu mythology. Believed to be the birthplace of Hanuman, a Hindu deity who helped Ram in his battle against the Ravan.

At the top of the hill stands the Hanuman temple also known as monkey temple. The flight of stairs along the hill leading to the temple is completely shaded and one has to leave their shoes behind when they visit.

Believers visit the temple to seek blessings of Lord Hanuman while nature lovers undertake the journey to see the most beautiful sunset.

We stopped by it but were too hungry to embark on this hike. Probably you’d be too. Don’t worry you can come back here the next day for a hike before you depart from Hampi.

Hippie Island

Hippie Island - Hampi Itinerary

From here you can head to the Hampi island, also called Hippie island. The place earns its name owing to a large number of Goa-style shacks and the laid-back lifestyle in the region.

Most backpackers choose to stay in this part of Hampi, in small huts at a ridiculously low price. The road to Hippie island is not ideal for driving hence it is advisable to hire a tuk-tuk or a bicycle if you visit it in the evening.

The Hippie Island didn’t look too special in the afternoon. Of course, there were some interesting artifacts and cool dresses on sale out there. We had lunch at one of the shacks here and headed to our next stop.

Hippie island is the favorite spot for foreign tourists. It comes alive at night when live music bars open up, and people gather for a bonfire.

Though Hampi has a good tourism infrastructure, it takes time to find your own way in the mesh.

If you are travelling with family and are not accustomed with Karnataka, I recommend a guided tour with cab service to explore Hampi.

Have your own car? Then hire a government-licensed local guide on your trip.

Daroji Wildlife Sanctuary

Daroji Bear park - Hampi itinerary

While Hampi is famous for the rocky landscape and heritage monuments, it is has a surprise hidden for wildlife lovers too.

The Daroji Wildlife Sanctuary is home to the endangered sloth bear among other species like peafowls, mongoose, etc. However, there are a few points to note before you visit-

  • There is no organized safari, the entry fee allows you to enter the forest and explore it on your own.
  • There is no jeep or car rental service here, so you need to hire a car from Hampi.
  • Entry Fee is quite expensive at Rs. 250/- per person
  • No extra fee for the car, but you are not allowed to enter the forest without a car.
  • There are no toilet or drinking water facilities here.
  • You need to climb a watchtower which is not disability-friendly.
  • Best time to see a bear is after 3 pm but you should have at least 2 hours. 

Four kilometers from the main entrance lies the watchtower, where you need to park the car and climb up. This is where you are supposed to take out your binoculars and high-zoom cameras and start looking for sloth bears. The forest is dense and the black bear is difficult to spot.

We stayed there for about 30 minutes and returned without seeing a glimpse of the animal. Patience is the key to watching wildlife, that’s something we learned on our six-hour Bandipur tiger safari. However, we wanted to return for the coracle-ride, hence we had to leave by 5:00 pm.

If you have only 1 day in Hampi, just skip Daroji National Park and Hippie island. 

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Coracle Ride in the Tungabhadra, Hampi

Hampi Itinerary - Tungabhadra Coracle Ride

The coracle ride is one of the least advertised, yet most amazing attractions in Hampi. We parked for free near the Virupaksha temple and walked towards the Tungabhadra river like we did the previous day.

There were no signboards, so we had to keep asking locals for guidance.

Well, this is where prebooking a tour helps elevate your travel experiences. Many people skip this unforgettable adventure simply because they are lost and return frustrated.

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Well, we didn’t plan it out so well that time, but luckily, we managed.

We walked into a cave that descended into the Tungabhadra basin. This is where the round-shaped boats were waiting to take us on a memorable tour. 

You need to haggle here. Unless you have a prebooked tour, the locals quote prices on the basis of demand. The four of us could negotiate a 30-minute coracle ride at Rs.1000 in total.

The sailor showed us some of the floating temples and precarious rocks on both sides of the river.

Hampi Itinerary - Tungabhadra river Coracle Ride

The tour ended with few rounds of spinning in the river. I must say it was a thousand bucks well-spent. 

Check out more pictures on my Photo Story of Hampi.

Virupaksha Temple

Our last stop of the day was the Virupaksha temple, one of the oldest active temples in India. It was created in the 7th century, after which it was enhanced during the Chalukya era and followed by the Vijayanagara era.

The intricate carvings on the well-maintained temple make it difficult to believe that it is so old. This grand shrine is a must-visit place in Hampi and one of the monuments that were awarded the status of UNESCO world heritage site. Unlike many active shrines, there is no specific dress code for entering the temple.

The temple is also famous for a small slit in the wall which exhibits a pin-hole camera effect in the day. When the sunrays pass through it creating an inverted image of the main tower.

Day 3 of 3: Hampi trip from Bangalore

The last day we checked out of the hotel at 9:15 am. We wanted to visit the Zenana enclosure before we set off on our way back through route 2.

Zenana enclosure 

The name Zenana suggests that it was a secluded area for royal women, a harem. The most notable structure here is the Lotus Mahal. It looks refreshingly different from the usual architecture of the Hampi group of monuments. This used to be the social hangout area for the royal ladies. Unlike most other monuments of Hampi, it is made of limestone and bricks.

Lotus Mahal at Zenana Enclosure

Hampi Itinerary - Lotus Temple

The Zenana enclosure, unlike the other to “enclosures” we visited before, is indeed enclosed by high walls. The area within is well maintained with lawns and large trees and a map of the area to help you out. Unlike the Royal enclosure, there are security officers here, probably the reason why we didn’t notice the acts of vandalism by tourists that we saw in the former.

Some of the other prominent structures here are the basement of the queen’s palace, the guard’s quarter and the beautiful elephant stables. The design of the elephant stables strangely sync with the lotus temple.

Many archaeologists differ from the view that the Zenana enclosure was a harem at all. The proximity to elephant stable and guard’s quarter, according to them suggests that this area was used for military purposes.

The proponents of the harem theory claim that the guards’ quarter was for the eunuch guards to protect the royal women.

Hampi Itinerary - Elephant Stable

Elephant Stable in Zenana Enclosure, Hampi The basement of Queen’s Palace

We had to pay Rs.40 entrance ticket again since our previous ticket was valid for just 1 day. However, we didn’t mind because just the Zenana enclosure alone was worth the money spent.

Hampi is not just an outstanding must-visit place in India, it is one of the cheapest places to explore.

The only exception is probably the Daroji wildlife sanctuary, which didn’t really justify the value of the entrance fee. We departed for Hampi with the hope of returning soon.

How to reach from Bangalore to Hampi?

Hampi is just 350 km from Bangalore, and you can reach via train, bus or by car. The train is the most preferred means because they are cheap and comfortable. However, given the high demand, the trains in India need to be booked in advance.

Buses are easier to book because of their availability. There are a number of private Volvo buses that you can book from Bangalore to Hampi within the budget range of Rs. 500 -Rs.800.

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Bangalore to Hampi drive

 

Driving Route for Bangalore to Hampi Road Trip:

This was our choice of conveyance from Bangalore to Hampi. We started late, at around 8:00 am from our home. There are two driving routes from Bangalore to Hampi. The shortest one is via NH 48 (345 km) and the slightly longer one is via the Bangalore-Hyderabad highway (365 km).

We took the shortest route on our way to Hampi and the second route back. I think the second (longer) route is much better for driving. The best thing is that you can stop at Veerabhadra temple of Lepakshi in the Bangalore-Hyderabad highway route. It is also another wonder of the Vijayanagar era.

 

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Where to stay in Hampi?

There is a plethora of options to stay in Hampi, a backpacker’s paradise. There are guesthouses in Hippie Island at economical rates. I would recommend staying in the Hampi town, close to the Hampi Bazaar, where you can see most of the heritage group of monuments.

We stayed at Clarks Inn Hampi. At around Rs.2500 per night including breakfast we got an indoor swimming pool, gym, play zone, and amazing interiors. 

My Top Picks

For big groups, book Iconic Hampi Homes, where up to 4 people can stay in one room.

For family-friendly government-owned property in city-center, book KSTDC Hotel Mayura

My favorite Clarke’s Inn for affordable luxury – indoor pool, Play Zone for children and good food

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Hampi FAQs

How many days are enough for Hampi?

You can explore the best of Hampi in three days. If you are short on time you can still condense it into a 2-day, 1-night itinerary.

However, Hampi is also an amazing place for slow travel. Many travelers come and stay here for weeks and months enjoying the slow life, bouldering, swimming and exploring the nearby heritage sites like Badami and Aihole.

What is the best time to visit Hampi?

Hampi is usually hot and dry almost throughout the year. Despite that tourist of all kind throng to Hampi for everything it has to offer.

However, according to me the best time to visit Hampi is in the monsoon when the light showers bring down the temperature. In fact, it is one of the best places to visit in monsoon in India.

How safe is Hampi for solo women travelers?

I found Hampi very safe for women, just like most of Karnataka. Some places near Tungabhadra are quite desolate. I would advise exercising the minimum caution that you would do anywhere else.

What to wear in Hampi?

I have seen women in shorts and tank-tops and saris alike. There are not many restrictions on what to wear even inside the temples. Although I prefer comfortable traditional attires that suits the nature of the place.

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So, are you excited to visit Hampi? I hope my post helps you make the best of your Hampi trip plan. If you liked it please share the post.

And as promised, here’s the Hampi Itinerary 3 Day PDF for you to download and start planning.

Read more about the best places to visit in Karnataka. You may also like to read about the offbeat places in India.

Sinjana Ghosh

Sinjana Ghosh is a full-time business professional with a penchant for writing and travel planning. Backpack & Explore is a journal of her travel stories and tips she collected from her experience. She is the author of the travel book “Postcards from India” which is available on Amazon, Flipkart and Notionpress.com

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39 Comments

  1. Daniel January 7, 2019

    I really enjoyed reading about Hamp, it looks like an open museum with all the temples and incredible structures. I had the chance to visit it in several occasions while I was in India but something always came up. When I come back to India, Hampi is definitely on the top of my list. I saw some amazing photos of the panoramic view of the Bazaar and it looked magical! I would love to experience this someday.

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  2. Ada January 7, 2019

    Visiting Archeological museums are one of my favourite thing to do while travelling so I feel like I would really love Hampi! I also love those Temples on your photos! They look so beautiful! Such a perfect place with so much to do! I cant wait to visit India one day!

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  3. Nancie January 7, 2019

    I was not familiar with Hampi until I read your post. I love touring historical sites when I travel, so I know I would enjoy seeing and learning all about Hampi and the surrounding area. The name Hippie Island gave me a chuckle.

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  4. Jane Dempster-Smith January 7, 2019

    I really enjoyed your article and photos. The Queens Palace is impressive. The road trip would be a definite challenge depending which way you travelled. All roads in India seem to be like this, that makes it more of a fun adventure.

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh January 8, 2019

      The roads in south India are usually very good, except these small challenges. That’s why I described the alternate route through Lepakshi. That will be a safe and amazing drive.

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  5. Amy Chung January 7, 2019

    What a fascinating place. To know that the craton exists due to changes from volcanic movements from tens of millions of years ago is hard for the mere mortal to really comprehend. The history behind this place is amazing and the museums, temples and ruins looks beautiful. Those rows and rows of columns that ends with the temple is gorgeous and reminds me so much of Angkor.

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  6. Sandy N Vyjay January 8, 2019

    Hampi is a place that we are in love with. Even three visits have not satiated our appetite to soak in the history. We look forward to getting there again at the earliest. I like your term for Hampi, “3-D History Book”, it is so apt.

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  7. David January 8, 2019

    I’ve not managed to visit Bangalore but your itinerary looks great. Virupaksha Temple looks like a nice temple to visit. Sounds like this would be a great trip!

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  8. Shreya Saha January 9, 2019

    When I lived in Bengaluru for more than 7 years, never I had visited this beautiful UNESCO-listed place. Now I have made sure when I go to the South, I would surely have to visit Hampi. It is indeed an 3D-history book. I find a strong similarity of this kingdom complex with Angkor. The ruins look magnificent. I was amazed by the Queens Palace – such rich architecture and history. Appreciate your pictures more than anything.

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh January 9, 2019

      Thanks Shreya! Hope you visit Hampi soon on your trip to south india

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  9. Crystal January 10, 2019

    Wow that is some incredible history there. I love how even looking at the photos some of the places look so incredibly large and full of life. My favorite places to visit are definitely temples, you guys found some great ruins to check out.

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  10. ANITA January 10, 2019

    Hampi was one of my favorite places in India, indeed a 3d history. I enjoyed the calm river, the bazar and the baths ruins were impressive. I wish to come back one day and roam between the temples. ANd so many monkeys there! I wold definately take more days there the next time.

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  11. Lisa January 10, 2019

    That was such an interesting post on visiting Hampi. I really enjoyed reading about this place, as I’ve not yet been to India. I love that there’s clearly many things to do here, from seeing the magnificent temples, to seeing the wildlife sanctuary too. I love the sound of Hippie Island, I bet it’s vibrant there at nighttime!

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  12. Martha January 10, 2019

    I’ve heard so much about Hampi and it’s temples and architectures, so this is already on my bucket list. What I appreciate is that you included some other activities that help visitors understand the culture and historical significance these landmarks have. That I think is very important for when we travel. I think I just might have to head to Hippie Island and see what that nightlife is all about, ha!

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  13. Arnav Mathur January 12, 2019

    Haven’t been to Hampi yet, but after reading this detailed blog, I so want to. Many of my friends have been there and have heard some interesting stories, and seen some visually appealing photos. Looks like a trip to Hampi is soon on the cards now.

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  14. FS Page January 12, 2019

    I still remember my trip to Hampi last year and how I was blown away with so many boulders and rocks and the vast paddy fields. We explored all the ruins and temples on a bicycle and it was a lot of fun. I loved your detailed post on this town and the way you have covered everything from how to reach to what places to visit.

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh January 12, 2019

      Thank you so much. Hampi has definitely left a deep impression in my mind

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  15. Jyoti January 12, 2019

    Wow Sinjana! I’m loving Hampi with your pictures and narration! I’d love to visit all the sites the famous chariot, Vittala Temple Complex, janaza, lake, activities, and the monkey temple 🙂
    This is such a comprehensive post, I’m going to keep it bookmarked and pinned for reference.

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh January 12, 2019

      Thank you so much Jyoti. I would definitely recommend this trip when you are in India

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  16. Teja January 12, 2019

    This is a really good guide to a really rich historical site. Hopefully the archaeologists can uncover enough and maybe virtually reconstruct the buildings. An empire that prosperous from a stoneworking culture must have had incredible structures. This kingdom would have coincided with India’s early Hindu influence in Southeast Asia.

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh January 12, 2019

      Thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts. Hampi is believed to have been the second largest city in the world at that time and one of the wealthiest kingdoms! If not restoration I think a little more security to prevent vandalism by the irresponsible tourists who think it’s cool to carve their own names in all monuments would go a long way.

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  17. Kathryn @TravelWithKat January 12, 2019

    I’ve yet to make it to Hempi too. It does look fascinating! Hopefully, I’ll get there one day. I’ve been to India three times, each time to a different area. Each one unique and each one fabulous!

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh January 12, 2019

      I know about your love for traveling in India so I’m sure you will visit again. Hampi is one of the most underrated gems and is highly accessible from major cities in south

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  18. Way2paradise.com April 5, 2019

    I want to to thank you for this good read!! I absolutely enjoyed every little bit of it.
    I have you book marked to check out new stuff you post…

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  19. Caro May 13, 2019

    India is so high on my Bucketlist and I read blog posts like yours and just want to buy my flight! You have some really great information. I will for sure be adding Hampi to my list for when I visit!

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh May 13, 2019

      Thanks Caro. It’s indeed the most interesting country to explore.

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  20. Brett May 13, 2019

    Your Hampi Itinerary is awesome. PS – Your photos alone make me want to visit.

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh May 14, 2019

      Thanks Brett.

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  21. Bernie May 13, 2019

    What an incredible place! And I loved all the details you included from the rather steep speed-bumps through to the photography options. The Queen’s Bath is magnificent; I can imagine it deep with water and with the women gathered to chat and bathe. I’d certainly be wanting to try a tune on those musical pillars.

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh May 14, 2019

      Thanks a lot. You will thoroughly enjoy Hampi.

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  22. Elizabeth May 13, 2019

    Wow- lots of history and architecture here. Our boys love both- so this would be an awesome place for us to visit with them!

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  23. What a fantastic 3-day itinerary. There’s certainly many things to see and explore and for anyone visiting Hampi, this itinerary gives them a great idea on what to do and when. The temples and buildings look stunning, certainly a sight to see with your own eyes I’d say.

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh May 14, 2019

      Thanks a lot. You will love Hampi.

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  24. I’ve never heard of Hampi before, but will definitely put it on my bucket list for when I’m visiting India – which will hopefully be soon. I was especially intrigued by the Vittala Temple Complex – so majestic!

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh May 15, 2019

      Thanks Renata. You will totally love Hampi.

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  25. Karthika October 21, 2019

    I have been wanting to visit Hampi for so long. This is such a beautiful and culturally rich place. Thanks for sharing such detailed information about it.

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    1. Sinjana Ghosh October 21, 2019

      Thanks Karthika.You should definitely visit Hampi now.

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  26. Ann October 21, 2019

    Oh wow, I love all the old ruins! So beautiful!

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  27. Alanna September 16, 2023

    Looks like an incredible area and this itinerary is perfect! The wildlife and historic temples are just stunning!

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