Ancient Inscription Found: Vijayanagara Legacy in Tamil Nadu

The Sri Singeeswarar Temple in Mappedu village, Tiruvallur district, has been discovered with 16th Century CE copper plate inscriptions. The inscriptions, written in Sanskrit using Nandinagari script, date back to 1513 CE during Krishnadevaraya's reign.

Archaeological Discovery at Sri Singeeswarar Temple

Recent discovery of 16th Century CE copper plate inscriptions
Two copper leaves connected by a Vijayanagara Kingdom seal ring
Located in Mappedu village, Tiruvallur district

Temple details:

- Built in 976 AD by Aditya Karikal Chola II
- Dedicated to Lord Shiva
- Features 5-tier Rajagopuram
- Renovated in 1501 by Ariyanatha Mudaliar
- Unique feature: Anjaneya playing Veena

Historical Significance of Inscriptions

Dated to 1513 CE during Krishnadevaraya's reign
Written in Sanskrit using Nandinagari script

Nandinagari characteristics:

- Variant of Nagari script
- Used in South India (8th-19th centuries)
- Written left to right
- Primarily confined to Karnataka region
Found during routine HR and CE Department inspection

Vijayanagara Empire Context

Empire founded in 1336 by Harihara and Bukka

Krishnadevaraya's contributions (1509-1529):

- Known as empire's greatest ruler
- Expanded territory
- Defeated multiple sultanates
- Promoted Telugu literature
- Patronized Ashtadiggajas (eight poets)
- Authored "Amuktamalyada"
- Demonstrated religious tolerance

Notable achievements:

- Military superiority over rivals
- Cultural advancement
- Literary developments
- Religious inclusivity

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