Ballari - 12 Attractions You Must Visit
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About Ballari
Located in the north eastern part of Karnataka which has the highest deposits of Iron ore. Home of popular #hampi
Types of Attractions in Ballari
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List of Attractions in Ballari
Bellary Fort
Forts
Notable Architectures
Perched on the top of Ballari Gudda. It is built in 2 parts. the lower and the upper part. It has a decorated history and harbors, historical and religious monuments alongside its premises. A popular viewpoint in the city
Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary
Viewpoints
Wildlife Sanctuaries
Created exclusively for the preservation of sloth bear which has a diversified flaura ad fauna. Trekking lovers can explore this area.
Elephant's Stables
Notable Architectures
Long structure with a row of domed chamber which were used to keep royal elephants . A good example of Indo Islamic architecture
Hazara Rama Temple
Hindu Temples
Notable Architectures
Situated at the heart of the Royal area which is functioning as a private temple for the Royal family. The walls of the temple is beautifully decorated by so many historical architectural works.
Hemakuta Hill Temples
Viewpoints
Hindu Temples
Notable Architectures
Cluster of ancient temples situated on the Hemakutta hills in Hampi. Popular viewpoint, Canvas of stones, hundreds of years old. Hemakuta hills literally means golden hillock
Kadalekalu Ganesha
Hindu Temples
Sculptures
Old Ruins
One of the largest statues of Lord Ganesh in southern India. It has a height of 4.6 meters and is carved out of a single boulder. The belly of Ganesha has been chiseled in such a manner that it resembles a Bengal gram (known as Kadalekalu in the local language). The temple hall is decorated with tall and slender granite pillars.
Lotus Mahal Hampi
Notable Architectures
Situated within the Zenana enclosure , a secluded area reserved for the royal ladies of the Vijayanagara empire. The structure resembles the petals of a lotus.This is a good example of Indo Islamic architecture
Mathanga Hill
Viewpoints
Caves
1 Day Treks
Highest point in Hampi to get an areal view of the city and surroundings. Trekkers paradise, viewpoint. There is a small temple and a cave in the hill.
Queen's bath Hampi
Monuments
Old Ruins
Queen's bath is located near the entrance to the Royal Enclosure in Hampi. It is beleived to be used as the private bathing chamber and royal pleasure complex for the king and the queens of Vijayanagara Empire. The large pool constructed in the center of the structure is surrounded by beautiful arched corridors and ornate balconies.
Underground Shiva Temple (Prasanna Virupaksha Temple)
Hindu Temples
Notable Architectures
For some curious reasons, this temple dedicated to Lord Siva was built many meters below the ground level. Almost all the time the sanctum and the core parts of the temple are underwater, restricting entry to the inner areas. There is a beautiful lawn built around the temple. Usually a less crowded location
Vijaya Vittala Temple
Art Centres
Museums
Old Towns
Ancient monument which is well known for its exceptional architecture and unmatched craftsmanship. It has so many beautiful stone structures.This is one of the largest and famous structures in Hampi
Virupaksha Temple
Outdoors- Other
Hindu Temples
Notable Architectures
This temple of shiva is designated as UNESCO world heritage site located in the heart of Hampi. It has a large gopura which is covered by architectural beauty and the surroundings of the temple is also quite impressing. The archiitectural beauty of Hampi statrts from here. #hampi
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