Which of the following festivals is known as Vijaya Utsav?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1. i.e. Hampi Festival.
Hampi or Hampe, also referred to as the Group of Monuments at Hampi, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Hampi town, Vijayanagara district, east-central Karnataka, India. Hampi was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th century. It was a fortified city.
The Hampi Utsava also called Vijaya Utsava celebrated over a week that captures the pomp, splendour, and glory of the Vijayanagara Empire. The festival is celebrated to commemorate the culture and heritage of the Vijayanagar Empire. Hampi, known for ancient ruined temples, is beautifully decorated with fairy lights. It is locally known as Hampi Utsav or Vijay Utsav.
Additional Information-
| Gangasagar Mela | Gangasagar, West Bengal, |
| Pushkar Fair | Held in the town of Pushkar near Ajmer city in Ajmer district |
| Konark Dance Festival | Sun temple in Konark, Odisha in India. It is one of the biggest dance festivals held in Odisha. The exquisite 'Salamander' or the 'dancing hall' of this shrine is an architectural wonder. |