Camping in Hampi

We’re so used to whizzing by in cars or buses, watching the world go by in a hazy blur of greens and browns, that we often forget the magic of walking. On foot, the world unveils itself in different hues, showing us small secrets of nature that we miss while we’re driving past. To truly appreciate a new destination, we should travel on our own two feet, discovering trails that wind away from the traditional path, eateries that can’t be found anywhere on Google and vistas that make you feel as though you are flying, but without your feet leaving the ground.  

Hampi, on the banks of the Tungabhadra River was once the glorious ancient city of the Vijayanagara Empire. Trekking in Hampi can set your love of history soaring as you walk through its ruins, monuments, temples and palaces. A unique feature of the region is how cleverly the artisans have used the boulders that pepper the landscape in their architecture, splitting the rocks in the middle cleanly, and using these sheets in constructing walls and platforms. While trekking in Hampi, you can gaze down at the city from high rocky hills, taking in the reddish historical remains and the glistening river that lazily winds across the rugged countryside.  

A bag-packing paradise, slip on your hiking boots and embark on a journey through history with trekking in Hampi.  

History lovers, trekkers and rock climbers all find something to love in this beautiful testament to India’s rich and glorious past. Hampi, located on the banks of the Tungabhadra River was once the capital of the majestic, influential Vijayanagara Empire and during 1500 CE, was the richest city in India at the time. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hampi sprawls across an awe-inspiring 4,100 hectares and has around 1,600 remains of the last great Hindu kingdom situated in South India.  

When it comes to sightseeing in Hampi, there is plenty to see, with spectacular monuments that have withstood the passage of time and still stand tall and proud, inviting you to examine its artwork and inscriptions. The Virupaksha Temple, Vijaya Vittala Temple, Lotus Mahal and Yantrodharaka Hanuman Temple are all iconic structures that will give you a satisfying peek into the past.  

Don’t forget to take a break from visiting the monuments to drop by the local bazaars and eateries that dot the ancient city. Sightseeing in Hampi isn’t complete without immersing yourself in its culture. The Hampi Bazaar spreads across two different roadsides and sells a variety of clothes, spices, sculptures and souvenirs that can be carried home as mementoes of this holiday.  

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The destinations you visit are more than what meets the eye. The stories of how the place came about, from the generations that made this area their home, to the architecture that reveals the tastes of our ancestors and its impact on our own culture and way of life, can give you a different perspective on your travels.  Hampi is an iconic heritage site located on the Tungabhadra River and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to it comprising of around 1,600 surviving remnants of the Vijayanagara Empire.  

Tired of relying on Google search results or outdated guidebooks? The heritage tours in Hampi takes you through the rich history of the region as you visit iconic monuments, temples, palaces and more, during your visit to this beautiful historical site. Watch history come to life on one of the heritage tours in Hampi under the guidance of expert storytellers to give you an educative experience amidst the ruins.  
 
Take your pick from our line-up of heritage tours in Hampi and immerse yourself in history with our experts!