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Hampi. A mythical landscape, littered with huge granite boulders balanced precariously on top of each other bound by mythology and history. Bisected by the Tungabhadra and ancient irrigation canals that create a sliver of blue and green across the rugged terrain, this is a land imbued with the presence of gods, goddesses and heroes. Scattered among this is the ruins of a once magnificent city. Described as the ‘the best provided city in the world’ the ruins of Hampi is a destination in itself. One that the discerning traveler will relish exploring one leaf at a time.
In this Blog on Hampi we dive back into its history and mythology to bring to you fascinating tales and anecdotes from South India’s largest, wealthiest and most powerful kingdom. While excavating and shifting through the sands of time we invite you to share with us your experiences of this surreal realm.
Hampi’s grandeurs are many and have multiple aspects to boast about, be it for its richness in culture or for its preservation of heritage at Vijaya Vittala and Virupaksha temples; or be it the Lotus Mahal and Elephants’ shelters which make for good visits. However, for a taste of meditativeness that can only arise from…
Deep in the Deccan hinterlands, on the shores of Tungabhadra, the land which has witnessed one of the great kingdoms to prosper – the Vijayanagara Empire, is now home to a beautiful family of Spotted Owlets who are living harmoniously side by side with the family of Evolve Back Kamalapura Palace, Hampi. This family of…
In India, most rivers are revered – some perhaps, legends claim, were born from the heavens themselves, other rivers are transformed humans who have performed great deeds, or wish to serve mankind. There are as many myths as there are rivers, sometimes more – as rivers like the Ganges, have more than one story in…
Travelling to Hampi for the first time, one cannot help but remark upon the incredible boulder-strewn landscape. As far as the eye can see, there are massive piles of rocks – like a pebble game played by giants on a checkered board of farmlands and villages. Imagination aside, the geological history of this landscape is…
Anyone who has seen Hampi can tell you that walking is the only way to enjoy its richness. On my way to Hampi, after my only visit as a young girl fifteen years before, I was determined to walk around all day to make the most of the next two days. Anyone who has seen…
The elephant, like no other animal, has dominated the cultural and religious landscape of India for more than three millennia. Valued for their strength, intelligence and nobility they have been carved onto the wall of our greatest temples and eulogized in epic, religious and secular literature. In fact one can state with authority that the…
Since childhood, I knew of Hampi as a significant site for its rich history. We have all studied about Hampi as the capital of the famous Vijayanagar kingdom, where jewels were sold in stacks on the roadside. Such was the wealth in the city of Hampi. I even visited Hampi as a kid, touring its…
The kitchens of Evolve Back are famed for the originality and sumptuousness of their platters. Made from the freshest and finest produce, and served in some of the most spectacular settings, the Evolve Back repast offers an extensive selection of the finest in Indian and Continental cuisines. Our table also boasts a creative vernacular flavour…
The kitchens of Evolve Back are famed for the originality and sumptuousness of their platters. Made from the freshest and finest produce, and served in some of the most spectacular settings, the Evolve Back repast offers an extensive selection of the finest in Indian and Continental cuisines. Our table also boasts a creative vernacular flavour…
The kitchens of Evolve Back are famed for the originality and sumptuousness of their platters. Made from the freshest and finest produce and served in some of the most spectacular settings, the Evolve Back repast offers an extensive selection of the finest in Indian and Continental cuisines. Our table also boasts a creative vernacular flavour,…