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Hampi Utsav is celebrated to remember the age of Vijayanagara Empire. It is organised every year by the Government of Karnataka. Hampi Utsav is one of the grand cultural festivals in Karnataka. This festival not only entertains but also gives a platform to showcase many traditional and cultural art forms.
The famous Hampi gets a new look during the festivities and also attracts a number of tourists. This year 2016, the 3 day festival is scheduled from 9th to 11th January. Hampi has always been a popular attraction under Karnataka tourism. Hampi Utsav is yet another event to promote the culture of Karnataka and a reminder of history.
So head to the festival, enjoy and also visit the monuments in Hampi.
Illuminated Hampi
Hampi gets a different look during the festival. It looks more beautiful filled with lights.
Photo Courtesy: Joseph Jayanth.
The Venue of Hampi Utsav
A big stage is designed relating to the history of Hampi. This stage is the platform for showcasing many cultural events.
Folk Artists Performing On the Streets
Folk artists from many parts of Karnataka participate in Vijay Utsav. The streets of Hampi will be filled with performances from such groups.
Kushti (Traditional Wrestling)
Kusti is an Indian version of wrestling. Malla-Yuddha is the oldest form of Kusti. The men who practice Kusti are called Pehalwans. In Hampi Utsav, Kusti competitions are also held.
Explore Hampi in Moon Light
Hampi looks even more beautiful at night.
Watch Out Foodies
Traditional cuisines and dishes are also displayed during the festival. Tourists can go around and try out some local cuisines during Hampi Festival.
Children Performing Rope Pyramid
You can watch out for such thrilling traditional gymnastics!
Fun Competitions
Vijaya Utsav will give a platform to all arts. Hampi has always been popular for photography tours. You can even participate in a painting competition or buy some nice paintings.
Modern Touch To A Traditional Event
Any cultural festival has to interest the modern young crowd. Hampi Utsav does that very well! There will be contests like heritage trekking, rock climbing, kite flying, target archery,etc.
Boys Performing Mallakambha
Mallakambha or Mallakambh is a traditional Indian sport. It is performed with the help of a vertical wooden pole. The gymnasts make different formations using that wooden pole.
Go Shopping
Tourists can also do shopping. You can find many items made by local artisans,food items and various other things.
Monuments in Hampi
Your visit to Hampi Utsav will be incomplete if you don't visit the mesmerising monuments in Hampi.The Golden Chariot, Vittal Temple, Virupaksha Temple, etc. are some of the prominent tourist attractions in Hampi tourism.
Photo Courtesy: Srikar.agnihotram
How to Reach
Hampi is around 360km from Bangalore. There are many buses that go from Bangalore to Hampi. You can also go to Hospet by train and from there use local transport to reach Hampi. Both are budget friendly options.