Hampi Karnataka

Not only does it take you back to the glorious days of the Vijayanagara Empire, but Hampi also lets you linger at your own pace in an unearthly landscape. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is easy to fall in love with—thanks to its 14th-century stone temples with monolithic carvings, giant boulders, and countless ruins that dot its rugged landscape. karnatakatourism.org

GETTING THERE Belgaum Airport is well connected to major cities. Hampi is 271 km away from the airport and can be reached by hiring a private taxi.