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Anthargange Caves and Temple – Kolar, India | Karnataka Trekking

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Karnataka is a heaven for nature and adventure seekers. With so many places for short & medium to strenuous level hikes, there is no dearth of trekking enthusiasts looking for an adventurous weekend away from the monotonous life. One such location is The Anthargange Hill.  Location Anthargange ( also known as Anthargange) is a mountain … [Read more...] about Anthargange Caves and Temple – Kolar, India | Karnataka Trekking

Hampi Sacred Centre – Group 2 – Hemakuta Hill | Virupaksh Temple | Sasivekalu Ganapati | Kadlekalu

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Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated along the Tungabhadra river in Karnataka's Bellary district. Hampi in the 14th Century, was declared as the capital of the glorious Vijayanagar empire and was the largest & richest cities in the World. Hampi Tourism Virupaksha Temple   The Vijayanagar kings created a number of beautiful huge temples which were … [Read more...] about Hampi Sacred Centre – Group 2 – Hemakuta Hill | Virupaksh Temple | Sasivekalu Ganapati | Kadlekalu

Hampi Sacred Centre – Group 1 – Malyavanth Hill | RaghuNath Temple | Badavi Linga | Ugra Narsimha

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Hampi in Karnataka's Bellary district, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was the capital of the erstwhile Vijayanagar Dynasty  which later got demolished by the Mughal invaders.  Hampi Sacred Centre MAIN ATTRACTIONS Arid Landscape & Rich History - The surreal boulder laden landscape of Hampi dotted with patches of coconut and paddy fields attracts tourist from … [Read more...] about Hampi Sacred Centre – Group 1 – Malyavanth Hill | RaghuNath Temple | Badavi Linga | Ugra Narsimha

Chennakeshava Temple – Belur

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The Chennakesava temple situated in Belur in Chikmagalur, Karnataka is home to the Hoysala temples from the 11th and 13th century. This temple was built by the Hoysalas during their 300 years rule in Karnataka and took over 102 years to get completed. When you step inside the temple, you meet beautifully carved sculptures and monuments which show the best of Hoysala temple … [Read more...] about Chennakeshava Temple – Belur

Halebidu – Hoysaleshwara Temple

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Halebidu was the first capital of the Hoysalas who ruled Karnataka in the 12th century. Being 40 kms from Chikmagalur, Hoysaleshwara temple is made from ornately carved soapstone structures which are magnificent in their architecture. Halebidu - Hoysaleshwara Temple The temple architecture has rows or tiers of carvings; one such carving shows men going to work with chisels or … [Read more...] about Halebidu – Hoysaleshwara Temple

Hampi Tourism – Part 1 ( Hampi Overview)

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Surreal & mesmerizing are the two words that best describe Hampi. Once that was the largest & richest cities in the World -The ruins of Hampi, as it's known today, is a huge open museum of architecture, history and religion on display. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Hampi is a village and temple town in northern Karnataka. Due to the excellent Location- … [Read more...] about Hampi Tourism – Part 1 ( Hampi Overview)

Hampi Heritage & Wilderness Resort – REVIEW

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Namastey from team India Ghoomo, During our recent 4 days trip to this Hampi, we decided to spend the last 2 days at Hampi Heritage & Wilderness Resort earlier known as the Sloth Bear Resort. This video aims to give you an overview of the property, hospitality offered by the staff and our experience over there. Located at the edge of the Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary , Hampi … [Read more...] about Hampi Heritage & Wilderness Resort – REVIEW

Hampi – Sunrise at Malyavanta Hill

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Situated on the banks of the Tungabhadra River in Northern Kartanaka, India has a world heritage site called HAMPI - Once being the richest and largest cities in the world, today stands out for its sheer splendor in the ruins. Surrounded by Tungabhadra river on one side and hills on the other three, climbing to the top of any of them gives you a spectacular aerial view of the … [Read more...] about Hampi – Sunrise at Malyavanta Hill

Devbagh Beach Resort REVIEW – Jungle Lodges and Resorts (Karnataka)

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During one of our March weekend getaways, Kamal and I, decided to make our 5th trip to one of our favorite Jungle lodges & resorts properties – The Devbagh Beach Resort situated in Karwar , Karnataka. WATCH the VIDEO : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cNv_C2qh1Qg Devbagh beach resort in karwar is around 525 kms from our home in Bangalore - around 9hrs … [Read more...] about Devbagh Beach Resort REVIEW – Jungle Lodges and Resorts (Karnataka)