With increasing number of tourist hopping on to the internet to find more information about tourist spots and historical places, Google search presents interesting insights based on online search patterns.
According to Google search trends for the past six months, there is a rising interest for Hampi among tourists as it emerges as the top searched historical site in Karnataka. Hampi, which also finds place in UNESCO World Heritage sites, is one of the most famous international tourist spots in India. Built by the Vijayanagara Empire, it is well known for its architecture and showcases splendid art and beautiful sculptures.
Hampi has been searched the most in Goa followed by Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. Hampi temple remained one of the top queries on Google. Mysore Palace, also known as Ambavilas Palace is the second most famous heritage site searched in Karnataka. It has been searched the most by Karnataka and followed by Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Other famous place of historical importance includes Gol Gumbaz and Bahubali being largely searched from Karnataka. They have been searched the most by Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The forts reflect the success of Deccan architecture and attract many tourists especially from nearby states.