Virupaksha Temple

Hamp- The Land of Ruins and Boulders

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March 26th 2008
Hampi is a land of ruins, once ruled by the great Vijaynagar empire ( Krishnadeva Raya and likes ), an empire of wealth and treasure. Situated in Karnataka, a southern state in India, it is one of the most visited tourist site for foreigners. You get all types of accomodation here, from Rs 100 ( $ 2.5 approx ) to Rs 4000 ( $ 100 approx ) per night. It is better to stay at Hampi bazar becau ... read more

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The Indus Valley civilization, one of the oldest in the world, dates back at least 5,000 years. Aryan tribes from the northwest invaded about 1500 B.C.; their merger with the earlier Dravidian inhabitants created the classical Indian culture. Arab in... ... read more