Proper nouns lexicon

The Vakataka dynasty was an ancient Indian dynasty that ruled central Deccan and central India between the 3rd and 5th centuries CE.

The Valley of the Temples is an archaeological site located in Agrigento, Sicily. It houses some of the best-preserved Greek temples in the world, dating back to the 5th century BCE, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Varaha is the third avatar of Vishnu in Hindu mythology, depicted as a boar, known for saving the Earth from the cosmic ocean.

Vasco da Gama (1469-1524) is a renowned Portuguese explorer, known for being the first to sail directly from Europe to India via the Cape of Good Hope.

The Vedas are a collection of ancient sacred texts of Hinduism, consisting of four main works, regarded as the foundation of spiritual and religious knowledge.

The Vijayanagara dynasty, founded in the 14th century by Harihara I and his brother Bukka Raya I, was one of the most powerful in southern India. It played a crucial role in promoting Hinduism and left a remarkable architectural legacy, particularly evident in Hampi.

Vikramaditya II (reign: 733-744) was a king of the Chalukya dynasty of Badami. He is renowned for his victorious campaigns against the Pallavas and his patronage of architecture.

Virupaksha is an avatar of Shiva, primarily worshipped in Southern India. He is especially associated with the Virupaksha Temple at Hampi, a World Heritage site.

Vishnu is one of the principal deities of the Hindu pantheon, commonly depicted as the protector of the universe. He is famous for his ten avatars, including Rama and Krishna, which represent his interventions on Earth to restore cosmic balance.

Vishwakarma is the Hindu god of artisans, architects, and engineers. Known as the divine creator, he is worshipped by builders and craftsmen in India for his expertise and ingenuity.