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Write a note on the Vijaynagar Kingdom.

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Instructions: Explain the following points in the answer:
Establishment of the Vijaynagar Empire - Who established it and the extent of the kingdom
Reign of Krishnadevaraya - the work he did during his rule

Solution:
The Vijaynagar empire was established by two brothers - Harihara and Bukka. It was established in the south of the Tungabhadra river and in a matter of 8 years, they extended the kingdom till Kanyakumari. After the death of Harihara, Bukka took over the reign of the empire. ​

King Krishnadevaraya was one of the most powerful kings of the Vijaynagar kingdom. During his reign, he maintained good relations with the Europeans and gave patronage to art and literature. He constructed canals in South India and built grand temples and forts.

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