Krishnadevaraya: Ruled ancient India’s Vijayanagara Empire for

Krishnadevaraya ruled ancient India’s Vijayanagara Empire for only about two decades, however his power, skills, and personality were made known in that short amount of time and so it seemed much longer. His military campaigns expanded the empire and made it a seat of power, his artistic and ... Learn about Krishnadevaraya , the third king of the Vijayanagara Empire, who ruled from 1509 to 1529. Find out his achievements, books, titles, enemies, and the eight Telugu poets who were his Ashtadiggajas. Learn about the life and achievements of Krishnadevaraya , the legendary ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire in South India from 1509 to 1529. Explore his military victories, patronage of the arts, and architectural legacy. Vijayanagar King KrishnadevarayaWhy in News The first-ever epigraphical reference (an inscription) to the date of death of Vijayanagar king Krishnadevaraya has been discovered at Honnenahalli in Tumakuru district, Karnataka. Normally, the death of kings was not recorded in the inscriptions and this was one of those rare records. Key Points Findings: As per the inscription, Krishnadevaraya , one of the greatest emperors of India who ruled from the South, died on 17th October, 1529 (Sunday ...