Karwa Chauth · 29 Oct 2026 Explore →

Shri Rama

Kodandarama Temple, Hampi

Hampi, Karnataka

Kodandarama Temple near the Tungabhadra River in Hampi is dedicated to Shri Rama and associated in regional pilgrimage tradition with the Kishkindha episode of the Ramayana. The Hampi–Anegundi landscape is traditionally linked with the meeting of Rama, Hanuman and Sugriva. The association is devotional tradition rather than a verified historical event.

Kodandarama Temple, Hampi

Overview

Primary deity
Shri Rama
Location
Hampi, Karnataka

Temple summary

Kodandarama Temple in the Hampi landscape is a Rama shrine near the Tungabhadra River. The region around Hampi and Anegundi is traditionally associated with Kishkindha in the Ramayana, including the alliance of Rama and Sugriva.

History

The shrine stands within the historic Hampi pilgrimage landscape, shaped by Vijayanagara-era religious activity. The traditional association of this landscape with Kishkindha is devotional geography, not independently verified historical evidence of the epic events.

Sacred tradition

The temple honours Shri Rama, commonly represented with Sita and Lakshmana. Local tradition connects the wider area with the meeting of Rama, Hanuman and Sugriva.

Significance

For pilgrims following the Ramayana route, Hampi–Anegundi offers a traditional Kishkindha stop and an opportunity to explore Rama and Hanuman devotion alongside the region’s historic temples.

Architecture

The temple is set amid the granite-boulder landscape and riverfront sacred sites of Hampi. Its historic stone construction reflects the wider temple-building traditions of the region.

Temple timings and darshan

Access may depend on local temple schedules, weather and heritage-site arrangements. Check current conditions locally, especially during monsoon periods.

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