Anegundi

About Anegundi

Anegundi is much different from our everyday city life. The kids playing around, mothers running around them, people walking through the fields and going to work gives you a rural feeling. It is a cool and peaceful place. It was previously used for giving the elephant shelter of the Vijayanagar Empire. It is one of the best places to visit in Hampi for taking a break from our monotonous routine. 

Anegundi Location

Anegundi village is located in Gangavathi Taluk, of Koppal district in Karnataka. It is by the northern bank of the Tungabhadra River. It was previously known as Khiskindha village. It is among the world heritage site, Hampi and is an important part of Hampi tourism.
Places to see in Anegundi

Anegundi has a lot to offer to its tourists. The archaeological museum in Anegundi has got a lot of old works, sculptures, Neolithic tools, many remaining ruins of the Vijayanagar Empire. The other top places to visit in Anegundi are: 

•    Vijaya Vitthala temple
•    Monothilic stone chariot
•    Pampa Sarovar
•    King’s Balance
•    Anegundi Fort
•    Elephant’s Stables
•    Durga temple
•    Bali gufa 
•    Nandi Pillar
•    Garuda stambha

Anegundi royal family

The royal family resided 250 years ago in the Heere Deewan. A crucial part of the royal family is preserved here. Tirumala Venkata Devaraya was the eldest son of the family. After him were two twin sisters, Krishna Rayakumari and Shiva Rayakumari. The family members resided there until the fourth Mysore war took place. 

Anegundi Utsav

The Utsav took place on January 9, 2020, after a gap of five years. 

Anegundi navabrindavanam

Anegundi navabrindavanam is a beautiful small island by the Tungabhadra River. 

Best time to visit Anegundi village

The best time to visit this place is from the month of October till March. 

This place is a beautiful part of the Hampi tour package. It has got natural beauty and is much different from the other tourist destination of Karnataka. It is surrounded both by river and mountains. You will definitely have a good time with your family or friends. If you are a solo traveler then this is one of the best places for you to visit.