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Dasara Dibba / Mahanavami Dibba Hampi Address: The Great Platform, Hampi, Karnataka, 583239, India
Dasara Dibba (or Mahanavami Dibba) is a high, three-tiered platform with intricate carvings built during the Vijayanagara Empire. From a distance, it looks like an ordinary elevated square stage. The delicate carvings and detailing start to appear once you get closer to it.
The platform got the name because the Vijayanagar royals used it as a viewing area for all nine days of Mahanavami festivities before Dussehra (or Dasara). It was perhaps also used by the kings (and visiting nobility from other regions) to preside over military parades.
Hampi Mahanavami Dibba is situated within the Royal Enclosure in Hampi. And with a height of 12 metres, it’s the tallest structure in the area. It was a focal point of the Vijayanagara rule.
History of Mahanavami Dibba Hampi
Dasara Dibba / Mahanavami Dibba was built by Vijayanagara king Krishnadevaraya in 1513 after conquering Udayagiri (present-day Orissa). Since then, the kings have used the grand platform to watch royal processions and other festivities.
The sides of this three-layered platform are finely carved with chains of sculptures. They depict everything from the royal ceremony to city life and hunting scenes. It was probably made as a photo gallery for the foreign envoys who visited the capital of Vijayanagara.
Dasara Dibba, however, is in a ruined state now, with many carvings of the platform damaged. The entire Royal Enclosure, in fact, has been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Things to do at Dasara Dibba Hampi
Dasara Dibba (or Mahanavami Dibba) provides a glimpse into the grandeur of Vijayanagara. Although it looks like a simple stone platform, this magnificent 12-metre-high structure is a fine example of the empire's architectural prowess and cultural richness.
You can see its captivating carvings as you circle the base of this three-tiered platform. The intricate engravings depict merchants and foreign traders, royal processions, elephants and various animals. They offer a visual feast for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike.
It has two stairways – one at the front and another at the back. And the top of the stone platform rewards you with a breathtaking 360-degree view of the surroundings.
After checking out this mammoth stone platform, you can continue exploring Royal Enclosure. It’s like an open-air museum dotted with relics of numerous ancient buildings. The importance of Mahanavami Dibba in Vijayanagara Empire, however, can never be underestimated.
Hampi Dasara Dibba Timings and Entry Fees
Dasara Dibba / Mahanavami Dibba Hampi is open from 8 AM to 6 PM throughout the week. While it takes only 15-30 minutes to check it out, have 1-2 hours to properly explore the surrounding Royal Enclosure. Visit it in the evenings or early mornings for easy exploration.
Entry to Mahanavami Dibba is free.
How to reach Dasara Dibba / Mahanavami Dibba in Hampi?
Hampi Mahanavami Dibba is in the Royal Enclosure, on the outskirts of Hampi. It’s 4 km from the bus stand. The nearest railway station is in Hospet (14 km away), and the nearest airport is Jindal Vijaynagar Airport (32 km away) in Toranagallu. Bengaluru Kempegowda Airport (360 km away), however, offers better connectivity.
Now, here’s how to reach Mahanavami Dibba in Hampi –
By bike – Hampi Bazaar has several places from where you can get rental scooters and bikes. Take one for a ride and visit this historical platform.
By auto/e-rickshaw – Auto-rickshaws are commonly available everywhere in Hampi. Get one that takes you to Mahanavami Dibba and explore it at your convenience.
By cab/taxi – The best option for visiting Hampi Mahanavami Dibba and Royal Enclosure is hiring a cab/taxi. You can easily book one from the top car rental companies in Hampi.
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