Lies on the southern bank of Tungabhadra river, in the Vijaynagara district of Karnataka, the historic village of Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  The current rocks and ruins are testimony of once regal past that stretched over 10000 acres and was a flourishing city in 1500 CE. Ancient ruins of the majestic Vijayanagar dynasty till date fascinates those interested in archaeology, history and religion, for Hampi is a haven transcending into the era which was glorious, advanced, and exalted.