Hoyasala Capital Identification
The capital of the Hoyasala kingdom was Dvarasamudra.
Historical Context
Dvarasamudra (modern Halebidu) served as the prominent capital city for the Hoyasala Empire, a significant power in South India, particularly between the 10th and 14th centuries CE.
- The Hoyasalas ruled a large part of Karnataka and surrounding regions.
- Dvarasamudra was a major political, cultural, and economic center during their reign.
- The city is renowned for its magnificent temples, reflecting the architectural brilliance of the era.
While Mysore was an important center later and Devagiri was the capital of the Yadavas, and Kalyani of the Chalukyas, Dvarasamudra is specifically associated with the Hoyasala rulers.
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