When the
sleeper bus pulls into Hampi (Karnataka) and you step off, its like you’ve
landed amongst an ancient site that could be mistaken for Athens. The large Boulders
and the ruins are a majestic site especially as you arrive at sunrise. Life is centred
around the temple and daily Darshan (blessings.) Virupaksha temple the high pyramid
structure with exquisite carvings some fairly erotic, is visible from where I am
staying at Padma guest house. The temple elephant Lakshmi can be seen taking
her early morning (she’s cute with freckles) daily bath at the river. A stroll
for breakfast at the Mango Tree is a beautiful walk by the river through a banana
plantation and the you arrive and sit under a huge mango tree and admire the
views...food view and a good book....
Its amazing
that India has millions of people however Hampi is far from the madding crowd
Whilst walking through the ruins I am alone, just me and the goats!! Peaceful no
horns!! The Market is very small and colourful and great for long skirts and
Ankle bracelets. I could stay here longer but the storm is coming and don’t want
to be washed away!!For shopping with an ethical stance Anegundi is a small village across the river. Here you will find the Kishkanda trust actively supporting women’s empowerment and sustainability. I see a women craft bags and accessories from banana fibre and recycled plastic it’s a pleasure to watch and learn the process. Wwww.thekishkandatrust.org
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