Hampi is one of India’s most renowned heritage sites. It has not merely temples or palaces but the remains of a complete medieval city—the magnificent Vijayanagar. There is an exquisite collection of monuments that lie scattered across a picturesque landscape. Founded in the 14th century, the kingdom of Vijayanagar thrived for three hundred years. It was one of the greatest cities of the medieval world, legendary not just for its wealth and military prowess but also for its art, architecture, crafts and culture. Some of the finest architecture and sculpture can be seen at Hampi. It is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Once, traders and adventurers from across the globe came to Vijayanagar, but in the 16th century, invaders, abandoned by its people, sacked the city, and it never rose again. Today, as travellers and pilgrims wander through its beautiful palaces and temples, it seems that the world has returned to Hampi once again.
| Weight | 1054 g |
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| Dimensions | 235 × 235 × 20 mm |
| Cover Type | Hardbound |