Vijayanagara Empire
Year Founded
1336
When was it at its most powerful?
Between the 7th and 13th centuries
Where are they found?
The regions of Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh.
During what time period did they rule?
The 13th century to the 16th century
When were they founded?
337 BCE
Who created this empire?
Brothers Harihara and Bukka Sangama
Where was it created?
Palembang
Examples of famous kingdoms?
Mewar, Marwar, and Jaipur
Where were they based?
Java
When did they collapse?
1815 CE
Who were their rivals?
Orissa, Bijapur, and Bahmani Sultanate
What was it a stopping point for?
When did their power decline?
What nations did they successfully control?
Bali, Madura, Malayu, and Tanjungpura
Who made up the dynasties?
The kings that ruled Sri Lanka
Who did Krishna Deva Raya hire as soldiers?
Foreigners
What was the empire known for?
Seafaring and trading
What were they known for?
Grand forts and palaces
When was the golden age of the empire?
Mid 14th century
How were they formed?
People migrated from India
Where was this empire established?
South of the Tungabhadra
What caused their fall?
Being seized by Chola in 1025
Who were their enemies?
The Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire.
When did the empire fall?
Late 15th-early 16th century
How long did the dynasties last?
Over 2 centuries