8 Stunning Facts About India’s Ancient City, Hampi In Karnataka

1. Vijaynagara Kings loved art and religion hence invested a lot in the architecture of buildings and temples. 

2. This city is believed to be the monkey kingdom Kishkinda where Lord Rama met Hanumana. 

3. This city was originally named after Hindi god Pampa as Pampa Kshetra. 

4. The pillars of the Vittala temple represent musical instruments and when struck produce 7 notes each. 

5. The city is known as lost city as it was forgotten. It was rediscovered by European archaeologists. 

6. This city was the second-largest city in the world once. 

7. For security purpose, the city had a watch tower. 

8. It was one of the important trading centres of the world. 

Have you ever visited Hampi?