- Hampi, the 14th-century capital of the Vijayanagar Empire, is situated in the Tungabhadra basin in Bellary District, Central Karnataka.
- The Vittal Temple Complex stands as a prime example of Vijayanagar temple architecture.
- A significant number of royal structures were built by Krishnadeva Raya (A.D. 1509-30), with the Vittal Temple Complex being one of them.
- The temples of Hampi are renowned for their grand scale, intricate ornamentation, bold and fine carvings, and majestic pillars, many of which depict scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
- Most of the temples in Hampi are accompanied by expansive bazaars, with storied Mandapas lining both sides.
- Key architectural remnants of Hampi include the Mahanavami Dibba, various ponds and tanks, and a row of pillared Mandapas.
- In 1986, Hampi was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.
