About The Book:
About the Book: Hampi – The Splendour That Was
 
Hampi, once the glorious capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, stands today as a testament to the architectural brilliance and cultural richness of South India. This ancient city, nestled on the banks of the Tungabhadra River, has a history that dates back to the times of the Ramayana, where it is believed to have been the site where Goddess Pampa, a form of Parvati, resided. Known originally as Pampa-kshetra, the name evolved into Hampi over centuries, reflecting its enduring legacy. Hampi's significance is not limited to its association with the Vijayanagara Empire, which reigned from the 14th to the 16th century CE. The region’s antiquity stretches further back, with tangible evidence of Neolithic settlements, making it a site of continuous human habitation for millennia. 
The book, "Hampi – The Splendour That Was," serves as a comprehensive handbook for both tourists and researchers, offering a unique perspective on the cultural and architectural legacy of Hampi. Unlike typical guidebooks, this work does not merely list the monuments; instead, it delves into the deeper meanings, significance, and roles of these structures within the broader context of Hindu temple culture.
 
Hardbound: 252 pages
Publisher: Department of Archaeology, Museums & Heritage
Author: Dr M S Krishna Murthy
Size: 21 x 30 cm