Shree Vijaya Vitthala Temple
Attraction
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Ruins of a temple known for creative architecture such as a moving stone chariot & musical pillars.
8FRG+W3H, Hampi, Nimbapura, Karnataka 583239, India
Did You Know?
8 facts
15th
Century of Construction
The Vittala Temple was built in the 15th century during the reign of King Devaraya II of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Devaraya II
Royal Patron
King Devaraya II, who ruled from 1422 to 1446 AD, played a key role in the temple's construction.
Krishnadevaraya
Expansion and Enhancement
The temple was further expanded and enhanced during the reign of Krishnadevaraya, the most famous ruler of the Vijayanagara dynasty, from 1509 to 1529 AD.
Vitthala
Deity of Devotion
The temple is dedicated to Lord Vitthala, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, and houses an idol of Vitthala-Vishnu.
