Chera dynasty
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The Chera dynasty, also known as Kedalaputho, from the early historic or the Sangam period in southern India, ruled over parts of present-day states Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The Cheras, known as one of
Approximate extent of Chera influence in early historic south India (Gurukkal, 2002)
Ilango Adigal, a 2nd-century Chera prince and Jain monk, is credited with composing the Tamil epic Silappatikaram.
Brahmi inscription from Pugalur, near Karur, recording Chera royal grants to a Jain monk.
Amphorae sherds found at Pattnanam excavation site (Kerala).
Ay dynasty
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Ay dynasty, also known as Kupaka in medieval period, was an Indian dynasty which controlled the south-western tip of the peninsula, from the early historic period up to the medieval period. The clan t
Sri Padmanabhaswamy was the tutelary deity of the medieval Ay family
Podiyil Hills (the Aykudi)
Siva as "Tripurantaka" in Vizhinjam Cave Temple.
Trivandrum Museum Stone Inscription of Maran Chadayan (latter half of the 8th century)