Vijayanagara Empire

The Vijayanagara Empire was the dominant Hindu power of southern India, a bulwark against the northern sultanates and a centre of temple architecture and trade, until its defeat at Talikota (1565) began its long decline.

• Existed: 1336 CE – 1646 CE
• Type: Empire
• Government: Monarchy
• Capital: Vijayanagara (Hampi)