<h4>Extent of the Vijayanagar Empire</h4><p>The <strong>Vijayanagar Empire</strong>, at its zenith, commanded a vast dominion across the southern reaches of the <strong>Indian Peninsula</strong>. Its territorial reach was a testament to its formidable military and administrative prowess.</p><div class='info-box'><p><strong>Geographical Spread:</strong> The empire encompassed significant portions of modern-day <strong>Karnataka</strong>, <strong>Andhra Pradesh</strong>, <strong>Tamil Nadu</strong>, <strong>Kerala</strong>, and <strong>Telangana</strong>.</p></div><h4>Northern and Southern Boundaries</h4><p>The northern frontier of the <strong>Vijayanagar Empire</strong> was demarcated by the mighty <strong>Krishna River</strong>. This river often served as a natural boundary and a point of contention with northern sultanates.</p><p>To the south, the empire extended all the way to the <strong>southernmost tip of the Indian Peninsula</strong>, effectively controlling the entire southern landmass of India.</p><h4>Eastern and Western Limits</h4><p>On its western flank, the <strong>Vijayanagar Empire</strong> stretched to the shores of the <strong>Arabian Sea</strong>, facilitating maritime trade and strategic control over coastal regions.</p><p>Towards the east, its influence reached the <strong>Bay of Bengal</strong>, further solidifying its control over peninsular India and opening avenues for eastern trade routes.</p><div class='key-point-box'><p>The empire's extensive control over peninsular India allowed for significant cultural, economic, and political influence, making it a dominant power in South India for centuries.</p></div>