Hampi, the Capital city of the great Vijayanagara empire gets it name from the Pampa river. Also referred to as Kishkinda Kshetra, this place is said to be to the same location where Rama first met Hanuman. It is located on the banks of River Tungabhadra in the state of Karnataka. Hampi was the richest place during 16^th Century and attracted a number of traders from Persia and Portugal. During the reign of Sri Krishnadevarata, Hampi grew to be the one of the most beautiful cities. Especially with respect to art and architecture, the temples in Hampi display amazing skill of the Vijayanagara architects. However, multiple invasions by the Portugese and Persians resulted in complete destuctrion of the once glorious kingdom. The temples were unknown to the world until 19^th century and are now restored by the archeological department. Read on to explore the best list of temples in Hampi.

Important Temples In Hampi With Images:

1.Vijaya Vittala Temple:

Vijaya Vittala temple is a classic example of splendid architecture and design located in Hampi. It’s a temple complex with pillared pavilions within pillared pavilions and thus it is said that it’s more of a town in itself. The temple is dated back to the 15th and 16th centuries. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The temple houses a famous stone chariot which is actually said to be a shrine of Garuda, the Eagle God, a vehicle of Lord Vishnu.

2. Virupaksha Temple:

Virupaksha temple is said to be the crowning glory of India’s one of the most illustrious empires, Vijayanagar Empire. The temple was possibly constructed during 9th and 10th centuries. The temple is dedicated to Lord Virupaksha, a form of Lord Shiva who is also the presiding deity of the temple. Apart from Lord Virupaksha, the temple also houses idols of Goddess Pampa, Goddess of River Tungabhadra. The temple festivals are celebrated in the month of February and December.