–One of our favorite places in India was the ancient city of Hampi in Karnataka.
Sunset View of Virupaksha Temple
We had told you about this place way back in December at Hampi Celebrates 500 years, but as Dave was going through his photos the other day, we decided that words just couldn't do justice to this spectacular site.
A photo story lets you see just how spectacular it is.
Achyutaraya Temple Entrance
Achyutaraya Temple Entrance
The city of Hampi is surrounded by incredible ruins and breath taking scenery. What makes Hampi unique is that while it is a world heritage site and the ruins are impressive, the people of the land live, breathe and work among its walls.
Hamakuta Hill overlooking Hampi Bazaar
Hamakuta Hill overlooking Hampi Bazaar
It feels as though you have stepped back in time and are actually living as people lived hundreds of years ago.
Temple Ruins of Hampi
The Bazaar is bustling, the square is filled with energy and people worship at the temple. Hampi is a must for anyone visiting India.
School children in the Hampi Bazaar
Ruins over looking the Royal Centre
A View of Hampi from Across the River
Sunset of Hampi
If you travel to India, be sure to visit Hampi in Karnataka, it was one of the most unique destinations we've visited and one of the best ancient cities we have been to on earth.
Naresh Vishwanath says
Hampi ruins photos are very beautiful marvelous… i think these are the best in world
Migration Mark says
I really like the boulders in the environment with temple structures built around them. Awesome photos!
Trisha Miller says
I agree with Shannon – stunning photos! I know that professional photographers debate the benefits of film vs. digital, but the bottom line is that with digital cameras you feel free to take so many more photos than you might with film, and wind up with enough to tell a story.
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davendeb says
Very true Trisha. When we traveled in the past, we were pretty choosy with what photos to took because we didn’t have an unlimited budget like the professional photographers. Now Dave can take the photos just like the guys at National Geographic:-) Having the computers helps as well because he can organize his photos as he goes rather than sifting through thousands of shots when we return home.
Shannon OD says
Gorgeous photos and it looks like you guys had stunning weather! The blue sky just really sets off all of these shots 🙂
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Connor says
Near Hampi Bazaar is Krishna Temple. Unfortunately i have no photos from this place, because i left my camera to the hotel (grr!). But it was one of the beautiest places in India.
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