Hampi (3): Elephant Stables, originally uploaded by © profmpc.

This building, at the extreme end of the palace complex, has 12 single rooms for elephants. These elephants were used by the Royal family for transport, and on ceremonial occasions. The architecture reflects the broad secular outlook of the rulers, evidenced by the domes built in Hindu, Muslim and Jain architectural styles. The main arches are Gothic (idea imported from Persia). This building remained more or less intact despite the devastation of the city, apparently because it had neither wealth concealed in it, nor any religious idols or icons.

My flickr friends may also see the companion pictures Hampi (1) and (2)