It is the Hampi bazaar. It is situated near the main entrance to the Virupaksha temple. The bazaar is of rows of square-shaped buildings, in an area of about 750 meter length and 10 meter width. The buildings are seen to be single level and or two levels, in the form of an arcade.
About Hampi bazaar :
The Street facing the Virupaksha temple is Hampi bazaar, or Virupaksha Bazaar. It consists of rows of shops showcasing numerous products which one can pick up. Both sides of the street have a series of very old pavilions, some single storied and others two storied. These buildings were once the part of a booming market and house of the upper class.
This bazaar is well-known for jewels prepared by the Lambani nomads and also for embroidered textiles. Shopping here is interesting – one can purchase shawls, skirts and bags among other things. One could also get antique coins as mementos and other artifacts.
Attractions Of Hampi bazaar In Karnataka :
Hampi bazaar is situated near the main entrance to the Virupaksha temple. The bazaar is of rows of square-shaped buildings, in an area of about 750 meter length and 10 meter width. The buildings are seen to be single level and or two levels, in the form of an arcade. Archeologists suggest that the bazaar could be great business centers, selling anything from toys to royal silks, especially of 16th century. The arcades are open structures with no doors and it shows the level of honesty and higher sense of ethics that existed there.
Hampi, the UNESCO World Heritage Site was once the seat of the Hindu Kingdom Vijayanagara. It is situated on the southern bank of Tungabhadra River at Hospet village in Bellari district, Karnataka state, India.
How to Reach :
Getting around in Hampi is not that tough, and you can hire auto rickshaws and private taxis. Check with your hotel reception, though, for rates and fare methods. Public buses are also available, though you could avoid them if necessary. The best way to explore the city is on foot or to hire a bicycle or moped or scooter.
Hampi Bazaar Local Info :
Some important telephone numbers, Contact details: Http://Www.Hampi.In/, Karnataka State Tourism Development Corporation (KSTDC), Main Hampi Bazaar area, Tel: 08394-241339. Department of Tourism Info Counter, Government of Karnataka, Hampi Bazaar, Hampi, Tel: 08394-241339.
Accommodation: The attraction at Hampi does not have many big hotels close by except for a few small and medium budget accommodations, lodges, guest houses and rooms. Tourists and visitors prefer to make Hospet (13 km) as their base for better staying facilities and comforts.