Bukka facts for kids
Bukka (also known as Bukka Raya I) was an important emperor of the Vijayanagara Empire. He ruled from 1356 to 1377 CE. Bukka belonged to the Sangama Dynasty, which was the first ruling family of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Bukka was known for supporting arts and learning. He helped many talented people, including the Telugu poet Nachana Soma. During his time, many important books and writings were created.
It is believed that Bukka even sent a special group of people, called a mission, to China during his rule. This shows how far his influence reached.
Many smart scholars worked under the guidance of two very wise people, Vidyaranya and Sayana. Sayana wrote a very important explanation of the Vedas, which are ancient holy texts. This work was done with Bukka's support.
| Preceded by Harihara I |
Vijayanagara Empire 1356 –1377 |
Succeeded by Harihara II |
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Who Was Bukka?
Bukka Raya I was a powerful ruler in South India. He helped build and strengthen the Vijayanagara Empire. This empire was very important in Indian history. It was known for its wealth and strong defenses.
Bukka took over the rule after his brother, Harihara I. He continued to expand the empire's lands. He also made sure the empire was stable and peaceful.
Supporting Learning and Arts
Bukka truly valued education and culture. He encouraged scholars and writers. This led to a time of great learning. Many new books and commentaries were written.
One of the most famous works was Sayana's commentary on the Vedas. A commentary is like a detailed explanation of a text. Sayana's work helped people understand these ancient writings better.
Bukka's Legacy
Bukka's reign was a time of growth for the Vijayanagara Empire. He helped make it a strong and respected power. His support for learning left a lasting impact. The empire continued to thrive after his rule.
His actions helped shape the future of South India. He is remembered as a wise and powerful emperor.
Images for kids
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Harihara and Bukka meeting Vidyaranya
See also
In Spanish: Bukka I para niños
References
- Dr. Suryanath U. Kamat, Concise history of Karnataka, MCC, Bangalore, 2001 (Reprinted 2002)
- Chopra, P.N. T.K. Ravindran and N. Subrahmaniam.History of South India. S. Chand, 2003. ISBN: 8121901537
