News and Updates

The Deccan Heritage Foundation is pleased to announce the release of a new edition of City of Victory: Hampi Vijayanagara, published by Pictor, with the generous support of Ravi and Nalini Saligram. Intended for scholars, students, travellers and general readers alike, this landmark publication is now available once again through the DHF Bookstore.

The authors George Michell and John M. Fritz present a richly illustrated study of the city’s urban layout, monuments and cultural life, set within the dramatic granite landscape of Hampi. Award-winning architectural photographer John Gollings’ black-and-white images powerfully convey the scale, texture and atmosphere of this extraordinary World Heritage site.

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                        Upcoming Events

Hampi
Public Lecture – Illustrated talk by George Michell
20 January 2026 | 6.30 pm
Evolve Back Kamalapura Palace

Bengaluru
Photography Exhibition & Book Release
Illustrated Talk by George Michell and John Gollings
22 January 2026 | 5:30-7:30pm
Venkatappa Art Gallery
The exhibition continues until 27 January 2026 and is supported by the Australian Consulate-General, Bengaluru

                                              Recent Event

On 10 January, we marked the first public event for City of Victory: Hampi Vijayanagara with a book release and illustrated lecture by Dr George Michell at Sunaparanta, Goa. Held in association with Pictor Publishing, the evening brought together rich storytelling, scholarship and visual history, offering an evocative introduction to Vijayanagara’s extraordinary urban and cultural legacy.

                                            On View in Bengaluru

           Vittala Temple interiors. Photograph by John Gollings.

John Gollings’ photographs of Hampi Vijayanagara will be on view at Venkatappa Art Gallery, Bengaluru, from 22–27 January. A selection of photographs will be available for purchase at the gallery and through the DHF website.

                                                         Enquiries

Thank you for your continued engagement with the DHF. We look forward to sharing more of our work to preserve the Deccan’s rich heritage with you in 2026.