It was Vijayanagara Empire, and the city is Hampi, currently located in Karnataka. This is truly a land of history and heritage!
Karnataka
Virupaksha Temple, one of the oldest architectural marvels in India, is located in the city of Hampi, by the banks of Tungabhadra river. This temple is a part of Group of Monuments in Hampi. The history, heritage and the heart-stopping architecture makes it one of the top travel destinations in India and an UNESCO World Heritage Site.