Hampi Virupaksha Temple
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Hampi Virupaksha Temple

Hampi, Karnataka · Virupaksha (Shiva)

Best Visit Time: October to February

About Hampi Virupaksha Temple

Continuously active since the 7th century CE, the Virupaksha temple is the living heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi. The 50-metre gopuram dominates the landscape. The Tungabhadra riverfront, the bazaar street and the ancient ruins of Vijayanagara surround this extraordinary temple.

Darshan Information

🙏 Main Deity

Virupaksha (Shiva)

🙏 Secondary Deity

Pampa Devi (Parvati)

🏛️ Spiritual Category

Shiva

🕐 Darshan Timings

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM

📅 Best Visit Time

October to February

Getting There

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Nearest Railway Station

Hosapete Junction (13 km)

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Nearest Airport

Hubli Airport (143 km) or Bengaluru Airport (340 km)

Food & Stay

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Ideal Base City

Hampi / Hosapete

Visitor Tips

Rent a bicycle to explore the entire Hampi UNESCO site; the Hampi Utsav festival (January) includes classical performances; sunrise from Hemakuta Hill is spectacular.

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Quick Info

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Darshan Timings

8:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM

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State

Karnataka

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Location

Hampi

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Ideal Base City

Hampi / Hosapete

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Senior Friendly

Unknown

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