Hampi is a temple town which is recognised as world heritage site of UNESCO. It is a very famous tourist destination in northern Karnataka, India.
It is located within the ruined city of Vijyanagar, the capital of the Vijyanagra empire. Hampi was one of the best areas of the capital of the Vijyanagar empire.This place is significant historically and architecturally. This ancient city of Hampi is situated on the bank of Tungabhadra river. It is about 350 km away from Bangalore. Some important sites in hampi areAnegondi, Tungabhadra river, Virupapura gaddi, bhim’s gate etc.
It is a historic city.