Outdoor Open Air Barber Shop in Hampi – The river in the background is Tungabhadra.
Outdoor Open Air Barber Shop in Hampi
How much Laundry Cost Per Item I Paid in Virupapur Gaddi (another side of Hampi across the Tungabhadra River)?
Virupapur Gaddi (another side of Hampi across the Tungabhadra River) may be the best location to stay, or I can say at least I selected the same. The best thing about Virupapur Gaddi is that all tourists’ daily requirements are available from early morning till late night hours at various shops, and most importantly, the small location area-wise and picturesque.
Laundry was the utmost requirement. Washing clothes was not allowed inside the guest house except for smaller clothes. We visited one such makeshift shop – Ezra Laundry Service.
Laundry cost per item – I question.
Rs. 5 for small clothes such as a handkerchief, underwear, and vest, and Rs. 10 for big ones such as trousers, shirt, t-shirt, and woolen clothes.
Delivery of clothes?
Next day – He said.
The next day, he was prompt. The usual time is 24 hours, but even on request, within 6 hours, clothes are washed, dried, and delivered. Excellent, isn’t it? Cheap and best for budget travelers. And above all, the spirit of work – This too shall pass. Wonderful.
How much I Paid Per Day for Scooter Hire in Virupapur Gaddi (another side of Hampi across the Tungabhadra River)?
First day at Virupapur Gaddi (another side of Hampi across the Tungabhadra River), around the afternoon hours, we hired bicycles for half a day for Rs. 50/- only, but soon we realized we needed the machine for the next coming days. On the second day, we started enquiring about scooter hire charges. Finally, we finalized Srinivas Scooter Hire Service outside the Funky Monkey Restaurant.
TVS Scooty was the choice. Rs. 250/- (excluding petrol) for 24 hours after the bargain. We kept the scooter at our guest house even at night.
(The petrol station is approx. 6 km from Virupapur Gaddi, opposite the entrance of Anegundi Village)
TVS Scooty was perfect except once during returning from Hospet, the vehicle broke down near Bandi Harlapur, but soon we found a two-wheeler service shop. Saleem – The owner cleaned the carburetor and also fixed the loose battery wire. He charged Rs. 50/- for the service.
Please note: Hire scooter entry is not allowed at Hampi. One has to hire a bicycle or an auto for the Hampi tour.
The advantage of a scooter hire in Virupapur Gaddi is that you may ride to Sanapur Lake, Waterfall, Anjana Hill, Anegundi Village, and many more tourist locations that are nearby except entry at Hampi.
In short, thoroughly enjoyed the TVS Scooty. The best way to ride around Virupapur Gaddi.
Daroji Bear Sanctuary – Distance from Hospet/Best Time to Visit
Daroji Bear Sanctuary is 30 km from Hospet.
Ones Life is a Teacher – Quote on T-shirt
Funny T-shirt Quote About No Expectations from Anyone
Funny T-shirt Quote About No Expectations from Anyone – This photo was taken at Mowgli Guest House, Virupapur Gaddi (another side of Hampi across Tungabhadra River) in Karnataka)
What the world has given us?
Nepali Saying About Dal Bhat on T-shirt
Nepali Saying About Dal Bhat on T-shirt – This photo was taken at Virupapur Gaddi (another side of Hampi across Tungabhadra River) in Karnataka.
An Indian Coracle on Tungabhadra River, Hampi
It was late evening hours and dark. No motorboat was crossing the Tungabhadra River from the Hampi side to Virupapur Gaddi. A coracle is the only option, and the fare is Rs. 50/- per person. Costly? What to do? No other option. Paid. Initially, it feels the fare is costly as per distance covered, but once you enter the Indian Coracle boat and the journey continues, it is an experience one should love to have. Thoroughly enjoyed.
A coracle is also known as Gampa or Putti in the Telugu/Kannada languages.
Knowledge is enhanced by a local person.
Thank you.
FYI: Generally, to cross the Tungabhadra River either from Hampi to Virupapur Gaddi or vice versa motorboat fare is Rs. 10/- per person, no matter Indian or Foreigner. Two-wheeler if personal you may cross it via a motorboat. Rs. 10 for the small vehicle, Rs. 15 for Hero Honda, and for the Bullet – Rs. 20 per vehicle.
Note: Hired motor vehicles are not allowed to cross from Virupapur Gaddi to Hampi.
New Annapurna Andhra Meals – One of The Best Restaurant in Hospet for Budget Travelers
Afternoon hours, I was at the backside of the JSW Vijayanagar Bus Terminal building in Hospet and was very hungry. Where to eat was the question, though there were many restaurants in Hospet. I inquired with a local shopkeeper.
He questioned: What type of food do you wish to have? North Indian Thali or Traditional?
I said – Traditional.
New Annapurna Andhra Bhojanalaya, one of the best restaurants in Hospet, was the recommendation. Thank you – said I.
Five minutes walk, we saw New Annapurna Andhra Bhojanalaya on the left side of the road.
We enter. Payment at the counter and a token in return.
No seats. For a few minutes, we have to wait. We saw people having food served on top of a Plantain leaf, commonly known as a banana leaf. It was our first experience. Soon we had our seats. One food serving guy requested for token. Provided.
A banana leaf was placed on the top of the table, and then a little water was used to clean it. Food was served one by one. The moment I tasted the conclusion – extraordinary. It is Andhra food, and I love it. Unlimited it was.
And do you know how much it costs?
Rs. 50/- only and for half – Rs. 40/-.
Timings: 12 – 4 noon / 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm.
One should try traditional food. At least I prefer it, though many times I do not remember served food names or what locally it is named what matters most is the deliciousness, variety, and tradition associated with it.
Andhra food is one of the favorites now onwards for sure. Thank you, guys, that’s all I can say.