Hampi: Exploring the History and Magnificent Structures of an Ancient City
Hampi: Exploring the History and Magnificent Structures of an Ancient City India has many historical places, but Hampi is one of the most fascinating places I have ever read about. The ruins of Hampi tell us about a time when a powerful empire ruled a large part of South India. Located in present-day Karnataka, Hampi was once the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Today, visitors can see temples, royal buildings, stone markets, huge gateways and other ruins spread across a large rocky landscape. It is hard to believe that this quiet place was once a busy and wealthy city. History of Hampi The history of Hampi is mainly connected with the Vijayanagara Empire. Harihara I and Bukka Raya I founded the empire in 1336. They selected the area around Hampi as an important centre because of its natural landscape and its location near the Tungabhadra River. The river provided water and also helped make the area suitable for settlement. The Vijayanagara Empire grew very quickly and became on...