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Iconic Stone Chariot of Hampi that adorns INR 50 note.

Must-visit star ✨ attraction of #Hampi, the stunning #StoneChariot is not a chariot but precisely looks a lot like one.

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Strategically situated in the axis of sprawling Vijaya Vittala #Temple complex, actually is a #shrine dedicated to Garuda (Lord of Eagles) the vehicle mount of Lord #Vishnu

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Though made of several gigantic granite blocks, the joints are deftly concealed by carvings & decorative detail to give you the actual feel of a #monolithic structure.

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Put up on one feet high platform, that’s intricately imprinted with battle scenes from mythology. String of coaxial flowery themes embellish the wheels.

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Uploaded on April 20, 2018
Taken on January 10, 2018