Vijayanagara

The district of Vijayanagara, which was split off from Bellary district in 2020 to become the 31st district in the state, is situated in the Kalyana Karnataka area. UNESCO World Heritage Site recognition the extraordinarily preserved Vijayanagara Empire remains at Hampi are a well-known attraction. Harihara, also referred to as Hakka and his brother Bukka Raya started it. It takes its name from Vijayanagara the now ruined capital city of modern-day Karnataka, India. Vijayanagara is also known as Hampi which is most famous among tourists because of its historical and architectural importance. Ancient temples, palaces, marketplaces and other buildings can be explored by tourists to learn more about the history and culture of the empire. Some of the festivals that are celebrated here are the Hampi utsav and its cultural festivals that exhibit their dance, traditional music and art.Vijaya Vittala Temple is the major attraction in Hampi and it is known for its stunning architecture and the famous stone chariot. Another famous temple is the Virupaksha Temple. If you are a history buff or an architect and want to know more about Indian heritage then you must make a plan to visit Vijayanagara a must-visit destination in Karnataka.

Vijayanagara - Major Attractions

Vijayanagara has various attractions and is well known for its temples, architecture, history’s, festivals and some of the attractions are Virupaksha Temple, Vijaya Vittala Temple, Lotus Mahal, Hampi’s Monolithic Bull, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Zoological Park, The Children's Park, Cum Mini Zoo and so on. You must try their local cuisines which are famous in Vijayanagara, like Bisi Bele Bath, Masala Dosa, Ragi Mudde, Mysore Pak, Mangalorean Seafood etc. and also shop from their famous Hampi bazaar where you can get a glimpse into the local lifestyle and culture.