India During the 16th Century

Personalities, Important Events and Social Life in India during the 16th century via period art and artifacts.

• The Moguls -- Akbar, Humayun, and Aurangjeb
• The Vijayanagar Empire

Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (1486 - 1534) A 16th century saint and social reformer of India
	Composer Purandaradasa (15/16th Century) Purandaradasa was a great literary and musical genius
Detail from a Hero-stone Circa 16h century. Madras Museum Collection. Notice the long braid worn by the hero (to the left)
	Eight Handed Lord Shiva Detail from a mural in Lepakshi
Wife and Husband at Domestic Affairs Sculpture from Bhatkal

See Also:

• 19th Century India
• Potpourri of Pictures -- A pictorial portal to the picturesque land of India. Includes photographs of elements, portraits, women, paintings, and a Photo Blog
• A Unique Memorial to a Learned Lady