Matanga Hill
ಮಾತಂಗ ಪರ್ವತ
The highest point in Hampi. At sunrise the boulders, temples and the Tungabhadra River light up one by one through the morning mist.
Matanga Hill lies at the east end of Hampi Bazaar and is the highest point of the ruins, with a small Virabhadra temple on its summit. The climb from the stone steps at the east end of the bazaar takes about 20–30 minutes, and some sections require scrambling over boulders by hand and foot. At sunrise you can look down on the gateway tower of Virupaksha Temple, the long bazaar colonnade, the Tungabhadra River and the sprawling boulders, making it Hampi's most classic sunrise spot. Admission is free. If you climb after dark, go with companions, bring a headlamp, and watch out for monkeys snatching food.
Opening hours
Open all day (sunrise and sunset recommended)
Nearby sights
- Achyutaraya Temple
- Tungabhadra River Coracle Ride
- Hampi Bazaar
- Sasivekalu & Kadalekalu Ganesha
- Krishna Temple, Hampi
- Hemakuta Hill Temples
- Lakshmi Narasimha Statue & Badavilinga
- Virupaksha Temple