‘Hampi by Sky’ to take off day before Utsav opening

HOSAPETE: A major attraction of Hampi Utsav -- Hampi by Sky -- will be flagged off a day earlier of the Utsav this year. This is to give tourists more opportunity to see the world heritage site from the sky in a helicopter, the Vijayanagara district administration officials said. Vijayanagara Deputy Commissioner MS Divakara said, “Hampi by Sky is our major attraction along with other entertainment and informative programmes organised during Hampi Utsav. The rides will be on till the last day of the Utsav on February 5.” He said, “A helicopter ride allows tourists to enjoy the beauty of Hampi from above and gives one a memorable experience.