The Chera dynasty was a Tamil dynasty that ruled in the present-day Indian state of Kerala and parts of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The dynasty is also known as the Keralaputras. The Cheras were a major power in South India from the early centuries CE, and they controlled a large territory that included the present-day districts of Thrissur, Palakkad, and Malappuram in Kerala, as well as parts of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. The Cheras were known for their naval power and for their role in the trade and commerce of the region. They were also known for their patronage of arts and culture, and for their support of the Hindu religion. The capital of the Chera kingdom was located at Vanchi, near the present-day town of Kodungallur in Kerala. The dynasty came to an end in the 12th century CE, with the rise of the Cholas and the PandyasThe Chera dynasty is believed to have been founded by the legendary king Cheran Chenguttuvan, who is mentioned in the Tamil Sangam literature. The Cheras are mentioned in many ancient texts, including the Puranas, the Ramayana, and the Mahabharata.
The Cheras were known for their naval power, and they are said to have had a powerful navy that controlled the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. The Cheras also played a major role in the trade and commerce of the region, and they maintained close ties with the Roman Empire and other Mediterranean countries. They are known to have traded spices, timber, ivory, and other goods with the Romans and other countries.
The Cheras were also patrons of arts and culture, and they supported the growth of Tamil literature and the development of the Tamil language. They also supported the Hindu religion, and many temples and shrines were built during their rule.
The Chera dynasty came to an end in the 12th century CE, with the rise of the Cholas and the Pandyas. However, the legacy of the Cheras lives on in the present-day Indian state of Kerala, where they are remembered for their contributions to the region's culture, religion, and economic developmentThere are several famous rulers of the Chera dynasty, including:
Cheran Chenguttuvan (also known as Chera Senguttuvan or Imayavaramban Neduncheralathan): He is considered the founder of the Chera dynasty and is mentioned in the Tamil Sangam literature.
Perumchottu Utiyan Cheralatan: He is known for his military conquests and is said to have defeated the Cholas and the Pandyas.
Senguttuvan (also known as Kuttuvan or Kudaikkottu Perumal): He is known for his religious devotion and is said to have built many temples and shrines.
Vikramaditya: He is known for his support of arts and culture, and is credited with building the Siva temple at Thripaya.
Rama Varma Kulashekhara: He is known for his military conquests and is said to have defeated the Cholas and the Pandyas. He is also known for his support of the arts and for building the Thiruvanchikulam Siva temple.
Rama Varma Kulasekhara Perumal: He is known for his military conquests and for his support of the arts and culture. He is also credited with building the Thiruvanchikulam Siva temple.
Rama Varma Sthanu Ravi: He is known for his military conquests and for his support of the arts and culture.
Rama Varma Vira Kerala: He is known for his military conquests and for his support of the arts and culture. He is also credited with building the Thiruvanchikulam Siva temple.
The Chera dynasty made many contributions to the culture, religion, and economic development of South India, and their legacy continues to be remembered in the present-day Indian state of KeralaThe Chera kingdom was located in the present-day Indian state of Kerala and parts of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. It was bordered by the Chola kingdom to the east and the Pandya kingdom to the south.
The Cheras were known for their naval power and their control of the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. They also played a major role in the trade and commerce of the region, and they maintained close ties with the Roman Empire and other Mediterranean countries.
The Chera kingdom was divided into several provinces, each ruled by a chieftain. The capital of the Chera kingdom was located at Vanchi, near the present-day town of Kodungallur in Kerala.
The Cheras were patrons of arts and culture, and they supported the growth of Tamil literature and the development of the Tamil language. They also supported the Hindu religion, and many temples and shrines were built during their rule.
The Chera dynasty came to an end in the 12th century CE, with the rise of the Cholas and the Pandyas. However, the legacy of the Cheras lives on in the present-day Indian state of Kerala, where they are remembered for their contributions to the region's culture, religion, and economic development.
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