Historic site · India
Hampi
Ancient and medieval monuments, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Karnataka, India
About Hampi
Hampi or Hampe, also referred to as the Group of Monuments at Hampi, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the town of Hampi in Vijayanagara district, east-central Karnataka, India. Hampi predates the Vijayanagara Empire; it is mentioned in the Ramayana and the Puranas of Hinduism as Pampa Devi Tirtha Kshetra. Hampi continues as a religious centre, with the Virupaksha Temple, an active Adi Shankara-linked monastery and various monuments belonging to the old city. Hampi was the capital of the Vijayanagara (Karnata) Empire from 1336 to 1565 (as Vijayanagara), when it was abandoned.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: December – January
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Hampi
Where is Hampi?
Hampi is in India. The nearest city is Hospet, about 11 km away.
When is the best time to visit Hampi?
The most comfortable months to visit Hampi are December – January: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
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