Harihara II
Harihara II (
1377-
1404) was an
emperor of the
Vijayanagara Empire from the
Sangama Dynasty.
Harihara II succeeded
Bukka Raya as king of the
Vijayanagara Empire and was famous for conquering almost all of Southern
India. During his reign, Harihara II continued to extend the kingdom's territory through fighting against the
Reddis of Kondavidu for control of the coastal
Andhra between
Nellore and
Kalinga. From the
Reddis of Kondavidu, Harihara II conquered the
Addanki and
Srisailam areas as well as most of the territory between the peninsula to the south of the river
Krishna, which would eventually lead to fights in
Telangana with the
Velamas of Rachakonda. In order to counter Harihara II's attacks,
Rachakonda received aid from the
Bahmanis which would prevent Harihara II from continuing his campaign into
Telangana. In the end, the
Vijayanagara Empire had extended its control into the northwest, controlling such ports as
Goa,
Chaul, and
Dabhol, as well as facing an increase in the economy. After Harihara II's death, the throne would be fought between his sons in which
Virupaksha I and
Bukka II would rule for a few years before
Deva Raya would be victorious. It is also noted that it was Harihara II son
Virupaksha was the one who inspired rebellion in the
Tamil region
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