Evolve Back, Hampi

Name: Evolve Back, Hampi
Address: Kamalapura – P. K. Halli Road, Kamalapura, Bellary District, Hampi, 583221, IN
Telephone: +916366920434

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The official page of Evolve Back, Hampi also known as Evolve Back Kamalapura Palace, Hampi. A unit of Orange County Resorts & Hotels Ltd.

06/06/2026

Built in the Vijayanagara Royal Style, the Jal Mahals at Evolve Back, Hampi reflect Vijayanagara architecture at its luxurious best. Inspired by the Water Palace within the Zenana Enclosure, they are ideally suited for families or couples celebrating a special occasion.

Set within a lily pool, the Jal Mahals are the perfect amalgamation of historical style and modern luxury.

05/06/2026

World Environment Day is a reminder that caring for the planet is not a single act, but a collection of small, meaningful choices made every day.

Across Evolve Back destinations, this commitment takes many forms. In Coorg, it lives in the shade of native trees and the protection of the region's rich biodiversity. In Kabini, it is reflected in our efforts to support conservation and coexistence with the wilderness around us. In Hampi, it finds expression in preserving cultural landscapes and nurturing local communities.

Today, we celebrated World Environment Day across all three resorts through a range of activities that brought together our team members and guests in a shared commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Each destination is unique, but they are united by a common belief: that travel should leave places richer, healthier, and more resilient for generations to come.

This World Environment Day, we celebrate not only the natural wonders that surround us, but also the responsibility we all share in protecting them.

01/06/2026

Birds of Hampi | Comb duck

The Comb Duck is a large, distinctive bird often seen on quiet wetlands, drifting across the water or perched in trees along the shoreline. The male is easy to identify by the prominent black k**b at the base of his bill, a feature that gives the species its name. His dark, glossy head contrasts with a clean white neck and body, while the wings show a subtle green sheen in good light.

Despite its size, it can remain still for long periods, blending into the dappled light at the water’s edge. Unlike most ducks, it nests in tree hollows rather than on the ground. Soon after hatching, the chicks leap down to the ground and make their way to the water.

Photograph: Vikram Nanjappa
Digital painting: Alok Ranjan

30/05/2026

Art Shastra - showcasing Evolve Back's private art collection and the stories behind the canvas

Harmony and detail – two distinctive artistic values – stand at the heart of the Evolve Back experience where every resort is created with an understanding and ingenuity that befits each location, capturing its soul faithfully – much like a work of art.

As part of the second edition of Art Shastra, we were proud to host a gathering of twenty eminent Indian artists at Evolve Back Coorg, featuring, among others, S.G. Vasudev, Rameshwar Broota, Atin Basak, Goutam Das, Samir Aich and others. These maestros soaked in the magic of their surroundings to create individual masterpieces that now grace our private collection.

Title: Untitled
Artist: Sailesh BO
Medium: Wood

Watch the video in which Sailesh BO, explains the inspiration and stories behind his masterpiece.

Watch Video: https://tinyurl.com/5rb96c5v

29/05/2026

Royal Coracle Cruise

Drift gently along the timeless waters of the Tungabhadra River aboard a traditional coracle, reimagined in understated royal elegance. As the river winds past ancient, boulder-strewn landscapes, settle into an experience that is both unhurried and deeply evocative.

This is not merely a cruise, but a graceful passage into the spirit of a bygone era and the quiet grandeur of a land steeped in history.

Photograph: Vikram Nanjappa

25/05/2026

Mahanavami Dibba | Hampi in Monochrome

In monochrome, Hampi feels even more timeless. Stripped of colour, the eye begins to linger on weathered stone, on the play of light and shadow and on the quiet majesty of a civilisation that once flourished here. Slowly, the ruins begin to speak, revealing stories etched into every boulder, corridor and carved pillar.

At Evolve Back Hampi, the spirit of this extraordinary land lives on through architecture, design and experiences inspired by the history and grandeur of the Vijayanagara Empire. Here, every space is an invitation to pause, reflect and connect with the timeless soul of Hampi.

Photograph: Vikram Nanjappa

15/05/2026

Stories from Evolve Back

Heritage in motion: Anegundi’s Sri Ranganathaswamy Rathotsav - Drummers, dancers, conch players, bells swinging wildly in the background and the breeze picking up the rhythm - oh what a scene! Anegundi’s Rathotsav is a vibrant temple chariot festival dedicated to Lord Ranganatha. Celebrated with great fervour, the festival marks the ceremonial procession of the deity’s idol through the village on a grand wooden chariot, symbolising the Lord’s presence among his devotees.

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/8mncvf4k

Words: Preanka Roy
Photographs: Vikram Nanjappa

11/05/2026

Birds of Hampi | Red – wattled Lapwing

If you spend time near wetlands or open farmland, you might spot the Red-wattled Lapwing
walking briskly across the ground. Its black throat and chest stand out sharply against a bold white streak that runs from its face down to its belly. Its bright red bill, tipped in black, and the small red patches in front of its eyes make it even more eye-catching.

This bird is usually seen in small groups, moving across open ground in short bursts. It runs forward, pauses, and quickly picks up insects from the soil. If you listen carefully, you may hear its loud, sharp alarm call, which many people say sounds like “Did he do it?”

During the breeding season, the pair does not build a proper nest. Instead, they make a simple scrape in the bare ground and lay three or four well-camouflaged eggs. If anyone comes too close, the adults fly up, circle overhead, and swoop down noisily to chase the intruder away.

Photograph: Vikram Nanjappa
Digital painting: Alok Ranjan

09/05/2026

Inspired by the Queen’s Quarters and characterized by understated elegance and luxury, the Zenana suites at Evolve Back Kamalapura Palace Hampi are perfect for couples seeking romance in a period setting.

With up to 1254 sq ft of private space, our Zenana suites have separate living, dining, and sleeping areas. In addition, they have an in-room shallow Water Jet Pool and a private balcony. A large double bed with a richly caparisoned canopy, elegant furnishing, and period furniture creates a regal and relaxing atmosphere. The large and spacious en-suite bathroom comes with twin washbasins, a large bathtub, and a separate shower stall.

Stone floors, period furnishings, antique-style furniture and specially curated accessories reflect the romance of a bygone era.

08/05/2026

Native Roots | Jenu Kuruba | Kabini, India

People lie at the heart of Evolve Back’s ethos and aspirations. This extends beyond our family, friends, and employees to the wider neighbourhood, which is home to many indigenous communities. To us, they embody the spirit of the land—a living expression of the forces that shape it. Their presence is both acknowledged and deeply celebrated.

Yet, in the decades since independence, the rapid pace of development has begun to place increasing strain on many small indigenous communities. It is steadily displacing them from traditional occupations and ways of life that have long defined their identity.

Native Roots is a photo essay that seeks to document these unique cultures as they stand at the crossroads of an inevitable transition.

Photographs: Aman Chotani
Words: Tejas Joseph
Camera: .on.leica

Know more: https://tinyurl.com/32j96pb5

Address

Kamalapura – P. K. Halli Road, Kamalapura, Bellary District
Hampi
583221

Telephone

+916366920434

Website

https://www.evolveback.com/hampi/

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