Capital of the Vijayanagar Empire was:
Last updated May 15, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option B —
Vijayawada
Hampi, located on the banks of the Tungabhadra River in present-day Karnataka, served as the magnificent capital of the Vijayanagar Empire from the 14th to the 16th century.Historical Context
The Vijayanagar Empire (1336–1646 AD) is a vital topic in the Medieval Indian History syllabus for UPSC. It was founded by two brothers, Harihara I and Bukka Raya I, of the Sangama dynasty.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: The ruins at Hampi were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1986. They are famous for their unique "Vijayanagar style" of architecture, which blended elements of Chalukya, Hoysala, Pandya, and Chola styles.
The Fall of Hampi: The city was destroyed and abandoned after the Battle of Talikota (1565 AD), where the Vijayanagar army was defeated by the combined forces of the Deccan Sultanates (Bijapur, Ahmednagar, Golconda, and Bidar).
Key Dynasties of Vijayanagar
It is important to remember the four dynasties that ruled the empire in chronological order:
Sangama Dynasty (Founders)
Saluva Dynasty
Tuluva Dynasty (Under which the empire reached its peak with Krishnadevaraya)
Aravidu Dynasty
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