The ancient Kishkindha nagari anegundi

 Just across the Tungabhadra River is the fortress town Anegundi, pre-dating Vijayanagara and the city’s 14th-century headquarters. More ancient than Hampi, Anegundi lies in the mythical kingdom of Kishkinda, ruled by monkey king Sugriva (from the Epic Ramayana). The Anjaneya Hill is, believed to be the birthplace of the monkey god Hanuman, can be easily spotted from Anegundi, thanks to the temple at the hilltop and a white trail of steps zigzagging all the way to the top. Anegundi and its tranquil surroundings are dotted with forgotten temples and fortifications. The dilapidated Huchappayana Matha Temple, near the river, is worth a visit for its black stone lathe-turned pillars and fine panels of dancers. The other places of tourist interest are the sacred Pampa Sarovara, Chintamani Temple and the Ranganatha Temple.

How to reach Anegundi: 

Option 1: Visiting Anegundi along with Hampi: It is best reached through a boat ride across the river near Vijaya Vittala temple from Hampi. Road access is possible but will be 20 kms by road from Hampi. Hampi is 350 kms from Bengaluru and can be reached via road, rail or air. Hosapete is the nearest railway station (15 kms from Hampi)

Option 2: Anegundi is 357 kms from Bengaluru and can also be reached directly by road via Koppala city. Trains are available till Koppala city (45 kms from Anegundi).

For both options, Vidyanagar airport is the closest airport (40 kms from Hampi) and has daily flights from Bengaluru and Hyderabad. Several buses are available from Bengaluru to reach Hampi/Koppal.

Stay: Several hotels and resorts are available in Hampi, Hosapete, Koppala and Anegundi area.