Banks Of Tungabhadra River In Hampi, Karnataka - Coracle Boats Ready For Tourist Rides Royalty-Free Stock Image

Set in an awesome boulder-strewn landscape along the banks of the Tungabhadra River, Hampi was the capital city of the magnificent capital of the mighty Vijayanagara Empire. Coracles, also known as Dongis sometimes, are round boats traditionally used to ferry people and livestock across rivers. They have been used in many parts of Asia such as India and Vietnam. The coracles of Hampi are made of bamboo and plastic. They are used to take tourists across the Tungabhadra river for an enjoyable ride. he ride may include stops at a few locations in order to explore the nearby temples.