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Western Chalukya Empire

Also known as Kalyani Chalukyas

957 CE – 1184 CE · about 227 years

The Western Chalukyas (or Kalyani Chalukyas) ruled most of the western Deccan, founded by Tailapa II after the fall of the Rashtrakutas. They fought long wars with the Cholas and were known for their temple architecture. Their feudatories, the Hoysalas, Kakatiyas and Yadavas, divided their lands.

Key facts

Dates957 CE – 1184 CE
RegionSouth Asia
ContinentAsia
CapitalsManyakheta, Basavakalyan
FounderTailapa II
Religion(s)Hinduism, Jainism

Before & after

Preceded by

Rashtrakuta dynasty

Followed by

Hoysala Kingdom Kakatiya dynasty Seuna (Yadava) dynasty

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.