Succession1509
Krishnadevaraya succeeds Vira Narasimha and begins the reign widely associated with Vijayanagara's political and cultural high point.
Historical person
Krishnadevaraya Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Krishnadevaraya, based on 6 World History Database records associated with India.
6 records1509–15206 events5 places
Chronological biography
1509
1513
Capture of Udayagiri1513
Krishnadevaraya captures the stronghold of Udayagiri during his eastern campaigns against the Gajapati kingdom.
1515
Capture of Kondavidu1515
Krishnadevaraya captures Kondavidu as Vijayanagara advances deeper into territories contested with the Gajapati rulers of Odisha.
1517
Eastern Campaign1517
Krishnadevaraya completes major eastern campaigns that force a settlement with the Gajapati kingdom and strengthen Vijayanagara's northeastern frontier.
1520
Battle of Raichur1520
Krishnadevaraya defeats Bijapur forces and captures the strategically valuable Raichur Doab after a major campaign.
Patronage of Telugu Literature1520
Krishnadevaraya supports a flourishing Telugu literary court and is himself credited with composing the celebrated poem Amuktamalyada.
Titles and roles
King · Vijayanagara ruler
Record provenance
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