This episode is about the infamous Battle Of Talikota, which was the beginning of the end for the Vijayanagara empire. Talikota was Vijayanagara’s Waterloo moment and a watershed event in both the Deccan & Indian history.
Vijayanagara’s majestic capital was sacked beyond redemption in the year of 1565. Today you know it as Hampi, a UNESCO world heritage site in the state of Karnataka, India.
The scars of the 6 month long systematic pillage and destruction are still visible in the heritage city of Hampi.
Many who visit Hampi expecting it to be a happy trip, come back with a tear in their eyes after seeing what was done to it.
Vijayanagara’s majestic capital was sacked beyond redemption in the year of 1565. Today you know it as Hampi, a UNESCO world heritage site in the state of Karnataka, India.
The scars of the 6 month long systematic pillage and destruction are still visible in the heritage city of Hampi.
Many who visit Hampi expecting it to be a happy trip, come back with a tear in their eyes after seeing what was done to it.
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