What was the significance of Nagalapura?

It served as a major residential and commercial suburb that helped accommodate the expanding population of the imperial capital.

Vijayanagara Architecture and Urbanism

UPSC Archival Analysis

Q: Which city was founded by Krishnadeva Raya?

Krishna Deva Raya, the greatest ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire, founded the city of Nagalapura. He named it in honor of his mother, Nagala Devi, and it served as a major urban hub near the capital.

Exam Year

2016

Evidence Source

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ID: MED_VIJ_2016_57 Ref: Standard Educational Reference