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).
Pandya dynasty
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The Pandya dynasty, also referred to as the Pandyas of Madurai, was an ancient Tamil dynasty of South India, and among the four great kingdoms of Tamilakam, the other three being the Pallavas, the Cho
Chera dynasty
…Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The Cheras, known as one of the mu-ventar (the Three Crowned Kings) of Tamilakam (the Tamil country) alongside the Cholas and Pandyas, have been documented as early as the third century BCE. The Chera country was geographically well placed at the tip of the Indian peninsula to profit…
Mangulam inscription (3rd and 2nd centuries BCE)
Srivilliputhur Andal temple built by Pandyas primarily, is the official emblem of Tamil Nadu.
Vaigai River in Madurai
Pandya coin with temple between hills and elephant (Sri Lanka ca. 1st century CE) (British Museum)