Some glimpses of the most amazing world heritage site in India- Hampi : Amitabh Kant

Amitabh Kant, CEO, Niti Aayog :

Some glimpses of the most amazing world heritage site in India- Hampi.

It was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire in 14th century & according to memoirs left by Portuguese and Persian traders to Hampi “it was one of the most beautiful cities”.

Pics by Shivsankar Banagar

Domestic tourism is the way to go : Amitabh Kant

Domestic tourism is the way to go. Recently discovered the magical charm of the fabled city of the Vijaynagar Kings -Hampi. Undoubtedly India’s greatest world heritage site. Pics by my friend Shivsankar Banagar. Incredible destination!

amitabh kant, CEO, niti aayog

Hampi – It’s magical, it’s majestic, it’s amazing! : Amitabh Kant

Amitabh Kant – CEO, NITI Aayog – 8 Nov :

Delighted to take a break from Delhi & visit India’s greatest World Heritage Site – Hampi.

It has the evocative ruins of Vijaynagar-the capital of three generations of Hindu rulers for over 200 years.

It’s magical, it’s majestic, it’s amazing!

Pics by my friend Shivsankar Banagar


What makes Hampi the most amazing world heritage site in India ?

The site of the powerful Vijaynagar Hindu empire which withstood the onslaught of invasion for over 250 years.

Some pics by Shivsankar Banagar.


The world is moving towards experiential tourism with emphasis on sustainability & responsible tourism

A unique example of this is the Evolve Back group in Karnataka.

It’s Hampi resort captures the beauty, magnificence, culture & ethos of the Vijaynagar empire.

Truly top class!