From 1336 to 1565 the city of Hampi was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire in Southern India and is thought to have been home to over 250,000 people, which would have made it the largest city in the world at that time. If you love architecture, you are in for a treat at Hampi, where Indo-Sarasanic architecture prevails, and you will see buildings with stunning geometric designs, popular in Islamic architecture, that are decorated with Hindu carvings and sculptures.

Highlights of your visit will include the superb Virupaksha Temple, the Lotus Mahal, and the wonderful geometric designs of the Stepped Tank. You can reach this unique UNESCO World Heritage site by road from Hubli or via the overnight train from Bangalore.

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