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Celebrating 400 years of Pietro Della Valle’s visit to Ikkeri: Glimpse into the past

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In 1624, the Italian traveler, Pietro Della Valle embarked on a remarkable journey that led him to southern India. He visits Ikkeri during the reign of Hiriya Venkatappa Nayaka of Ikkeri, providing us with invaluable insights into the region’s rich cultural and historical heritage. As we mark the 400th anniversary of this significant event, it …

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“Revealing the Enigma: Keladi Shivappa Nayaka’s True Portrait Unearthed at Jangamavadi Mutt, Varanasi, with Ajay Kumar Sharma’s Historical Pursuit”

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Keladi Shivappa Nayaka, a prominent ruler of the Keladi  Kingdom in Karnataka, has left an indelible mark on the region’s history. While his legacy is well-documented, a recent discovery at the Jangamavadi Mutt in Varanasi has brought forth a new perspective on his real image. Historical Background: Keladi Shivappa Nayaka, who ruled from 1645 to …

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Kalya- The bygone centre of glory that witnessed the clash of religions and the re-tracing of poet Palkuriki Somanatha’s descendants.

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Kalya, as it remains a small village ,  but before ten centuries ,  it was a prominent ancient town inhabited by Buddhists, Jains, Sri Vaishnavas & Shaivites. This centre of religions has witnessed several names like Kalyaha, Kalleha, Kalyana Pura, Kalavati pattana as recorded in many inscriptions. From the Turuvekere inscription of 1553 AD , …

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