Explore Hampi: Vijaya Vittala Temple's Musical Sounds Now Available With QR Codes!

You will now hear the music of Vijaya Vittala Temple just with a code, as per the latest reports. It has been made possible with the efforts of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) that comes up with a solution to protect and enhance the experience of guests visiting the Vijaya Vittala Temple. The temple, which is well known for its melodic stone pillars-now has QR codes on ten of them. This will allow tourists to experience, virtually, the unique sounds of the pillars without the risk of damaging the historic monument.

Vijaya Vittala Temple's Musical Sounds Now Available With QR Codes!

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It is said to be an attracting UNESCO World Heritage Sites and is known for its musical pillars- 56 in number, which are beautifully carved and produce melodies when tapped. Visitors used to visit for this experience of music until 2008, after which measures were taken by the ASI as they started worrying about the stones.

Post the new initiative, the QR codes have been fixed on 10 pillars which would allow visitors to scan and listen to 25-second melodious sound clips, thereby digitally recreating the musical experience. Each pillar will have two QR codes, and efforts are being made to extend this to all 56 pillars. This shall reduce crowding at the monument while ensuring the preservation of its heritage.

The Department of Tourism in Karnataka has planned to develop 'travellers' nooks' with a vision to give guests a soothing and joyous experience during their excursion; these would preferably, avail drinking water stations, clean public toilets, mothers' and children's care centres, and information kiosks.

Superintending archaeologist Nihil Das of ASI, Hampi Circle, shared the significance of this initiative by stating, "Very few singing pillars exist, and this is a first-time introduction of QR codes in Karnataka to present their specialties." Future additions may include video recordings to supplement the visitor experience.

Besides the pillars, it offers basic details through QR code system about sculptures and artefacts housed inside ASI museum. Thus, it is an interesting mode to learn about the affluent history of Hampi.

The Vijaya Vittala Temple

Built in the 15th century during the reign of King Krishnadevaraya II, this temple has been dedicated to the deity Lord Vittala, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It is popularly known as the temple of exquisite architecture, particularly the stone chariot and musical pillars, making it an object of study and tourism alike.

Hampi Vijaya Vittala Temple is probably the best destination for lovers of history and culture tourism. After the digital innovation, it will be possible for visitors to enjoy its musical heritage without the hassle.