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Hampi is essentially been a Shaivite region-which reveres the god Shiva as the Supreme Being, located on the banks of Tunga-Bhadra river. Many places related to Shaivism can be found here in Hampi. Namely, the foremost is the “Panchalinga” which marks the outskirts for Hampi, where the Lord Virupakasha temple is the center of the area, hence these places are also called as “Hampiya Meregalu “ or “ Hampiya Gadigalu “ literally meaning the borders.

The five lingas are named, Somanatha, jambunatha, kinnaresvara, vanibhadresvara and mulavirupaksha. Colossal temple complexes with superior architecture, large mountains in the landscape, can be seen around these five places.

This depicts the magnitude and scale of Hampi being a prominent centre for Shaiva Siddhanta(Philosophy of Shiva). Historically, these temples were under the administration by different Kingdoms, likewise with the King's affinity towards the philosophy has brought magnificent additions to temples, it's heritage, architecture and administration. Thus, uplifting and depicting the greatness in the Philosophy.

Second and the most important fact being, these stories are not just created, but is in the essence of the local folklore, culture, festivals, people and thus embracing the philosophy behind.

The local geographical/topographical details of Hampi and it's tradition is cited in many Puranas. Namely, Shiva Purana, Vaishnava Purana, Jaina Purana, Sthala Purana and Janapada Purana. The subject of our Interest “Girija Kalyana” the story is an excerpt from the Shiva Purana, hence making this the most important relation to Hampi.