Someshwara Inscription of Alupa Dynasty

On 18th October, 2023, archaeologists discovered a rare inscription connected to the Alupa dynasty during a recent archaeological exploration at Someshwara near Mangaluru, Karnataka.

  • The inscription was the first record of the Alupas dynasty that announced the death of King Kulashekara Alupendra I also mentions terms related to the Siri cult, such as Siri, Dalya and Chattara (Chatra).
  • The human figures shown in the inscription represent Kulashekara Alupendra himself.
  • A Kesava is responsible for the erection of the edifice in honour of Kulashekara Alupendra.

Kulashekara Alupendra I

  • Kulashekara Alupendra I was a famous ruler of the Alupas of South Canara.
  • He ruled Tulunadu from ....
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