Kannada Inscriptions and Coinage
Hampi was ruled not only by Vijayanagara empire, but earlyer ruled by Kadambas, Badami Chalukyas Hoysalas, Kalachuris and Yadavas. As per the 1163 AD inscription which records a religious offering (mahadana) in the presence of Hampi Lord Virupaksha by Bijjala the Kalachuri King.
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