The Elephant Stables were used to house the ceremonial elephants of the royal household. The structure shows definite Islamic influence in its domes and arched gateways.

Hampi is a village in northern Karnataka state. It is located within the ruins of Vijayanagara; the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagara; it continues to be an important religious centre; housing the Virupaksha Temple; as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city.