The detailed surveys at Vijayanagara recovered and documented traces…

NCERT (2026-27): “6. Plotting Palaces, Temples and Bazaars …
As you can see, these detailed surveys have been extremely painstaking, and have recovered and documented traces of thousands of structures – from tiny shrines and residences to elaborate temples. They have also led to the recovery of traces of roads, paths, bazaars, etc. The latter have been located through finds of pillar bases and platforms – all that remain of thriving markets.”