The Hoysalas

Nripa Kama II, also known as Sala, is considered to be the founder of the Hoysala dynasty.

Vishnuvardhana, who ruled from 1108 to 1152, was a great patron of literature and art. He commissioned the construction of many temples and encouraged the development of Kannada literature.

Dwarasamudra, also known as Halebidu, was the capital of the Hoysala Empire.

Veera Ballala II, who ruled from 1173 to 1220, was a great military leader who expanded the Hoysala Empire and successfully defended it against the Chalukyas and the Pandyas.

The Chennakeshava Temple in Belur is a masterpiece of Hoysala architecture and is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures.

Narasimha I, who ruled from 1152 to 1173, was a patron of Jainism and commissioned the construction of several Jain temples.

The Hoysaleswara Temple in Halebidu is another masterpiece of Hoysala architecture and is known for its intricate carvings and sculptures.

Ballala III, who ruled from 1291 to 1343, is known for his administrative reforms and efficient governance. He introduced a new system of land revenue collection and established a strong military.

The Dwarasamudra Temple in Dwarasamudra is a lesser-known but still impressive example of Hoysala architecture.

Vishnuvardhana was a patron of both Kannada and Sanskrit literature. He commissioned the translation of several Sanskrit works into Kannada.

Vishnuvardhana was a patron of both Kannada and Sanskrit literature. He commissioned the translation of several Sanskrit works into Kannada.

The Parshvanatha Temple in Somnathpur is a famous Hoysala temple complex known for its intricate carvings and sculptures.

There is no evidence that any Hoysala king patronized Telugu literature.

The Veeranarayana Temple in Belavadi is a famous Hoysala temple complex known for its intricate carvings and sculptures.