1504 in India

In 1504, the Indian subcontinent was marked by significant political and cultural developments. The Deccan Sultanates were emerging as powerful entities, with the Bahmani Sultanate at its zenith, influencing regional trade and politics. Meanwhile, the Vijayanagara Empire continued to thrive in southern India, renowned for its patronage of art and architecture. This period also saw the increasing presence of European powers in the Indian Ocean, with Portuguese explorers beginning to establish a foothold following Vasco da Gama's landmark voyage to India in 1498. The cultural landscape was enriched by a confluence of Hindu and Islamic traditions, shaping art, literature, and socio-political structures across the region.