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The Glory of Hampi

Posted on: February 4th, 2010 in Around Bangalore, Experiences, Travel, Weekend Trips | 85 views

Hampi (Kannada: hampe) is a village in northern Karnataka state, India. Located within the ruins of Vijayanagara, Hampi is the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagara, it continues to be an important religious centre, housing the Virupaksha Temple, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city.
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The Business of Diwali

Posted on: October 18th, 2009 in Around Bangalore, Bangalore, Experiences, Markets | 126 views

The moment your car slows down, you are accosted by young men trying to coax you to get into the stalls they work for. “90% discount, Sir”, says one. “80% off on Standard crackers, sir”, says another. In the middle of all this, along comes an old woman trying to sell you giant agarbathis. And [...]