Hampi, the Land of Temples - 4269 Words

Hampi (Kannada: à ² ¹Ã  ²â€šÃ  ² ªÃ  ³â€  Hampe) is a village in northern Karnataka state, India. It is located within the ruins of Vijayanagara, the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagara, it continues to be an important religious centre, housing the Virupaksha Temple, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city. As the village is at the original centre of Vijayanagara, it is sometimes confused with the ruined city itself. The ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed as the Group of Monuments at Hampi.[1] In July 2011 great parts of the village including the main street were destroyed by the district administration.[2] | Etymology The name is derived from Pampa, which is the old name of the†¦show more content†¦It is well known for more than many thousand carvings amp; inscriptions on amp; in the temple depicting the mighty story of Ramayana. * Krishna Temple Complex : This temple complex has been recently excavated through the last decade, and restoration work is still in progress. * Vittala Temple Complex : This is perhaps the most famous and well-known among the ruins of Hampi. The iconic stone chariot in the vicinity of this temple complex is a symbol of Karnataka Tourism. Off late, floodlights have been installed in the temple complex that provide illumination at dusk, thereby adding to the grandeur of the architecture. Global Heritage Fund efforts Non-profit organization Global Heritage Fund (GHF), in partnership with the Hampi Foundation, Cornell University, and the State of Karnataka, has been actively involved in the conservation of Hampis unique cultural heritage. After producing a master conservation plan for the site of Chandramouleshwara Temple, GHFs efforts have moved to stabilization of the temple and its associated structural features.[3] * Virupraksha Temple tower * Farms as seen from Anjeyanadri Hill * Hemakuta complex * Remains of Old City * Lotus Mahal at the Zenana Enclosure * Stepped Tank near the Underground Temple * Elephant stables * The stone chariot at Vittala complex * Stray Temples * The remains of a giant Bukkas Aqueduct located near Anegondi * Old man in front of VittalaShow MoreRelatedTourism in India5630 Words   |  23 Pagesarchitectural achievements in India. Located in  Agra, it was built between 1631 and 1653 by Emperor  Shah Jahan  in honor of his wife, Arjumand Banu, more popularly known as  Mumtaz Mahal. The Taj Mahal serves as her tomb. ââ€" ª The  Mahabodhi Temple  A 2000 year old temple dedicated to  Gautam Buddha  in  Bodh Gaya. It is a  UNESCO World Heritage Site. ââ€" ª The  Nalanda  Vishvavidyalaya, located in the Indian State of  Bihar, was a  Buddhist  center of learning from 427 C.E to 1197 C.E partly under the  Pala Empire.[17][18]  ItRead MoreEnvironmental Awareness2432 Words   |  10 Pagessand. Afforestation and preservation of forests by scientific forest management and improvement of land use practices on farm lands are some more ways of soil conservation practiced in India. This includes such measures as ploughing along the contours and strip-cropping on sloping lands; proper crop rotations; application of adequate manures and fertilizers; taking care of fallows and other unfarmed lands. Certain engineering measures are also forms of soil conservation. Energy conservation  refers toRead MoreCultural Tourism4485 Words   |  18 PagesShastra. Sculpture Comes To Life Temples were raised to the house the Gods and became the focal point for the community. They also became centres of learning and contributed to the advancement of such arts as sculpture, painting, music and dance. Mostly built by Kings, who were also the patrons of arts, encouraging a continuity and enriching rituals of worship, the earliest basis of the classical performing arts. It was from the temple that the Devdasi cult (Temple Dancers who performed for the Lord)Read MoreA Study on Role of Advertisement in Promotion of Tourism in India15524 Words   |  63 Pagessuch places where problems are more. * These areas are rich in natural beauty, but they often lack basic infrastructure and accommodations for tourists. Often these regions are highly agrarian. * The Government is often unable to secure enough land for developing tourism infrastructure, because it adversely affects local farmers. EFFECT OF TOURISM PROBLEMS IN INDIA * Tourism problems have contributed to Indias low share of 1 percent of the worlds total tourist arrival percentage. *