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INSCRIBED VISHNU TEMPLE

Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, India

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God

This temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Currently there is no idol inside the main temple.

Best Season To Visit

The best season to visit this temple is Winter season. The best months to visit are September to February.

Weather

Highest - April to June (38°C during day and 26°C during night)Average - May (37°C during the day and 21°C during night)Lowest - October to February (27°C during day and 18°C during night)Monsoon season - August to September

Dress Code

  • For men the dress code is Shirt & Trouser, Dhoti or Pyjamas with upper cloth.
  • For women the preferred dress code is saree or half-saree with blouse or chudidhar with pyjama and upper cloth.
  • These rules are applicable for foreigners also. Shorts, mini-skirts, middies, sleeveless tops, low-waist jeans and short-length T-shirts are not allowed.
  • Pilgrims/visitors will not be allowed inside the temple if dress code is not followed.

Do's & Dont's

  • Do bathe and wear clean clothes before you enter the temple.
  • Do respect ancient customs and co-piligrims while at temple.
  • Smo​king is strictly prohibited inside the temple premises.

transport connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Hampi Bus Station
8.9 KM 08049596666
Hampi Junction
9.7 KM 139
Jindal Vijaynagar Airport
38.8 KM ‎91-836-2237921

Architecture

The Inscribed Vishnu Temple portrays the typical Vijayanagara style of architecture. These inscriptions are carved on stone and can be seen on the outer walls of the temple. Due to the presence of the numerous inscriptions on the walls, the temple came to be known as the Inscribed Vishnu Temple. The temple, like many other structures in Hampi, is a remarkable example of fine architecture. The main temple is situated within an enclosure or walled compound. The temple structure is similar to the structure seen in most South Indian temples and consists of a Garbagriha, an Antarala and a Maha Mantapa. There are four central columns in the outer Mantapa of the temple that are in an elevated position. The doorway of the temple’s Antarala is decorated with emblems that represent features related to the Hindu mythology and Lord Vishnu. The temple complex also has a basement of a ruined structure that is situated in the northern part of the enclosed area. The temple has simple external surfaces, but the pillars are richly decorated. Carvings of lotus buds can be seen on the ornate pillar capitals. The whole temple structure is made from rectangular granite blocks, as was the common practise during the time of the Vijayanagara Empire. There is a column with a pointed octagonal shaft that is situated right outside the entrance of the temple. The Inscribed Vishnu Temple has a few unique carvings that are usually not seen in other temples of Hampi. Apart from the inscriptions on the walls of the temple, it also has a few peculiar carvings of lizards and such things on its walls.

History

The temple was built in the 15th century during the reign of King Devaraya-II (1422- 1446 A.D.) of the Vijayanagara Empire.

Temple Timings

Day Timings
All Days 06:00 AM - 06:00 PM

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Airports

Airport Name Distance
Shamshabad 40 KM
Lorem Ipsum 12 KM

Railway Stations

Railway Station Name Distance
Secunderabad 10 KM
Nampally 12 KM
Begumpet 6 KM
Lingampally 20 KM

Bus Stations

Bus Station Name Distance
MGBS 35 KM
CBS 28 KM
kukatpally 20 KM
Lingampally 30 KM
Uppal 35 KM

Private Transports

Transport Name Distance Contact Number
Private Transport 8 KM 9546858757
Private Transport1 8 KM 9546858757
Private Transport1 8 KM 9546858757
Private Transport1 8 KM 9546858757
Private Transport1 8 KM 9546858757

Local Transports

Transport Name Distance Contact Number
Local Transport 5 KM 9546858757
Local Transport1 5 KM 9546858757
Local Transport1 5 KM 9546858757
Local Transport1 5 KM 9546858757
Local Transport1 5 KM 9546858757

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INSCRIBED VISHNU TEMPLE

Hampi, Bellary, Karnataka, India

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