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An essential place to visit on your 3 days Hampi itinerary, the gorgeous Stone Chariot of Hampi is not to be missed. To see this majestic piece of art and architecture, one needs to visit Hampi, which makes for an easy 2 days trip from Bangalore.
About | Hampi Stone Chariot
Located in the Vittala Temple is this famous ancient chariot. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu’s personal bodyguard, Garuda, who was once placed on this very chariot, is now unfortunately vanished.
Mahabalipuram and Konark hosts two more significant stone chariots that needs to be seen in one’s lifetime!
History | Hampi Stone Chariot
As the story goes, King of Vijayanagara was enchanted by the stone chariots in Sun Temple (Konar, Orissa) and wanted to construct his own version.
The construction was completed in the early 16th century. The design is intended to evoke the magnificence and aesthetic brilliance of the Vijayanagara Kingdom.
People believed that if the chariot would move, our planet earth would sieze to exist. Also, the chariot is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Architecture | Hampi Stone Chariot
The stone chariot of Hampi is constructed using South Indian architecture; it has an elegant edifice that demonstrates the craftsmanship and genius of previous artisans of the time.
If you do a closer inspection, Hampi’s stone chariot appears to be made of a single block of stone. But in truth, it is actually comprised of granite slabs that placed ingeniously with innovative embellishments.
Night view | Hampi Stone Chariot
The monument is beautifully illuminated at night along with the whole Vittala Complex. The Stone Chariot of Hampi with its exquisite design can be seen in all their splendour beneath enthralling brilliantly lit temple complex.