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Krishnadevaraya
Leading Vijayanagara at a military and cultural high point and writing Amuktamalyada.
Amuktamalyada · Battle of Raichur
- Born
- Unknown
- Birthplace
- Southern India
- Died
- 1529
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Krishnadevaraya
South Indian emperor remembered for military campaigns, temple patronage and Telugu literature.
Early life
Ruling family
Was a son of commander Tuluva Narasa Nayaka and Nagamamba.
Succession
Succeeded his half-brother Viranarasimha as ruler of Vijayanagara.
Career
- 1509
Accession
Took power and consolidated his position in the empire.
- 1510s
Campaigns
Expanded authority through wars with neighbouring kingdoms.
- 1520s
Late reign
Combined continued military activity with building and literary patronage.
Legacy
Amuktamalyada
A Telugu devotional poem attributed to the emperor.
Battle of Raichur
Defeated Bijapur’s forces in a major contest for the Raichur region.
Temple patronage
Supported major building and donations at sites including Hampi and Tirupati.
Beyond work
Literary court
Patronized poets writing in several South Indian languages.
Devotion
Made religious journeys and recorded gifts with members of his royal household.
Sources & photo credit
Biography and references ↗Biography and contributions ↗Photo: Ravitheja Kumar Reddy C; Krishnadevaraya is the central statue, with his consorts. CC BY-SA 4.0 · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.
