Veeragallu, dating back to 12th century Hoysala period, discovered in village in Nagamangala
A 12th-century Veeragallu, or hero stone, has been discovered in Maniyur village, Mandya district, commemorating a hero from the Hoysala period. The stone features an inscription in Kannada and relief sculptures depicting the hero's bravery in protecting cattle. This discovery highlights the cultural significance of such memorials in honoring warriors of the past.
- ▪The Veeragallu dates back to the reign of Hoysala ruler Vishnuvardhana.
- ▪It was discovered during an exploration led by archaeologist Dr. Shashidhara in Maniyur village.
- ▪The inscription commemorates Maviga Manimāra, who died protecting cattle, and includes royal epithets of King Vishnuvardhana.
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A 12th-century Veeragallu or hero stone dating back to the reign of Hoysala ruler Vishnuvardhana has been discovered in Maniyur village, Nagamangala taluk, Mandya district.The discovery was described in a press statement by an archaeologist from the Centre of Excellence for Studies in Classical Kannada (CESCK), Mysuru, Shashidhara C.A., as an “unpublished Turugolu Veeragallu” carved out of soapstone that bears an inscription in Kannada, script and language, spread across seven lines. “It is a memorial sculpted to commemorate the bravery and sacrifice of a hero, who died while fighting to protect cattle in the 12th century,” the statement said.CESCK project director N.M.
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