Administration and Social Life under Vijayanagar c5.13

c5.13

Though Sadāśiva was still alive, Tirumala proclaimed himself emperor and ascended the throne in A.D. 1570. He was the first ruler of the Aravīḍu line of kings. He restored order in the empire. He was succeeded in order by his sons, Srī Raṅga I and Veṅkaṭa II. Veṅkaṭa was the greatest prince of the Aravīḍu line. He changed his capital to Candragiri and from there ruled his empire. He was a patron of scholars. During his time the Portuguese gained great influence not only in his court but also in the whole of South India. He died in 1614.