During this moment of crisis, Krishnadevraya acquired the throne of Vijaynagar.
With King Krishnadevraya ascending the throne, there was a drastic change in the administration and development of the state.
Krishnadevraya was a majestic ruler.
He built grand and royal temples and forts in his kingdom.
He was a lover of art and literature. So there was progress and development in these fields too. He also constructed canals in his kingdom with the help of engineer Yomke.
He also had good relationship with the British.
Foreign travelers who visited Vijaynagar had high appreciation for its grandeur.
This glorious state was totally destroyed in the battle of Talikota.