The Chola dynasty [a] (Tamil: [t͡ʃoːɻɐr]) was a Tamil dynasty originating from Southern India. At its height, it ruled over the Chola Empire, an expansive maritime empire. The earliest datable references to the Chola are from inscriptions dated to the 3rd century BCE during the reign of Ashoka of the Maurya Empire.

The Chola Empire, which is often referred to as the Imperial Cholas, [2] was a medieval thalassocratic empire based in southern India that was ruled by the Chola dynasty, and comprised overseas dominions, protectorates and spheres of influence in southeast Asia.

2025年1月5日 · Chola dynasty, South Indian Tamil rulers of unknown antiquity, antedating the early Sangam poems (c. 200 ce). The dynasty originated in the rich Kaveri (Cauvery) River valley. Uraiyur (now Tiruchchirappalli) was its oldest capital.

2019年7月3日 · The Chola Empire was based in the Kaveri River Valley, which runs southeast through Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and the southern Deccan Plateau to the Bay of Bengal. At its height, the Chola Empire controlled not only southern India and Sri Lanka, but also the Maldives.

2024年9月19日 · Originating in the fertile plains of the Tamil region, the Cholas ruled over vast territories that stretched from present-day southern Andhra Pradesh to Tamil Nadu. This article aims to study in detail the origins, rise, major rulers, and contributions of the Cholas, as well as other related aspects.

2025年1月18日 · The Cholas were a powerful south Indian dynasty known for military conquests, grand temples and shaping global trade and culture.

Based in the fertile Kaveri River delta in the present-day Indian state of Tamil Nadu, the Chola Dynasty—at its height in the eleventh century—ruled much of south India and as far as Sri Lanka and the Maldive Islands. Diplomatic missions reached Burma (Myanmar), Malaysia, and China.

Perhaps a Chola king named Elara conquered and ruled over Sri Lanka in the mid second century BCE for nearly 50 years. However, a clear history of the Cholas begins with their famous ruler Karikala in the second century CE. He founded the city of Puhar which is coterminous with Kaveripattanam.

2023年5月26日 · The Chola Dynasty, also known as the Chola Empire, was one of the longest-ruling and most influential dynasties in the history of South India. Spanning over a thousand years, from the 3rd century BCE to the 13th century CE, the Cholas left an indelible mark on the political, cultural, and architectural landscape of the region.

2019年3月15日 · The Chola Empire was founded by Vijayalaya. He took over the Tanjore kingdom in the 8 th century and led to the rise of the mighty Cholas by defeating the Pallavas. Tanjore was hence made the ...

2023年11月15日 · The Chola Dynasty was founded by Vijayalaya Chola. He established one of the most illustrious empires in Indian history after conquering the Tanjore Kingdom in the eighth century. Thus, Tanjore was chosen to serve as the legendary Chola Empire’s first capital.

Read this article to learn about the History of Chola Empire in India. It’s Founders, Administration and Socio-economic life during the rule of Chola Empire. The founder of the Chola Empire was Vijayalaya, who was first feudatory of the Pallavas of Kanchi. He captured Tanjore in 850 A.D.

CHOLA EMPIRE. The Tamil Chola dynasty ruled in southern India and is regarded as one of the longest-ruling dynasties ever. The earliest datable references to it are in 3rd century B.C. Ashoka inscriptions. The dynasty ruled over territories of various sizes until the A.D. 13th century.

2025年1月18日 · The Cholas were a powerful south Indian dynasty known for military conquests, grand temples and shaping global trade and culture.

The Chola dynasty reached the peak of its influence and power during the medieval period. Great kings such as Rajaraja Chola I and Rajendra Chola I occupied the throne, and through their leadership and vision extended the Chola kingdom beyond …

The Chola dynasty (சோழர் குலம்) was a Tamil dynasty that ruled in southern India until the 13th century. The dynasty came from the fertile valley of the Kaveri River. Karikala Chola was the most famous among the early Chola kings, while Rajaraja Chola , Rajendra Chola and Kulothunga Chola I were famous emperors of the ...

The Chola dynasty was a vast and important dynasty that ruled South India for a very long time from early 9th century to late 13th century. The founder of the Chola dynasty was Vijayalaya. He was a great ruler and was followed by his son Aditya I who defeated the Pallava king Aparajitha and ruled from 907-955 CE. The Cholas became a supreme ...

2022年12月28日 · However, in the mid-9th century CE, the “Chola Empire” rose to prominence under a series of able leaders and eventually became one of the most powerful empires in the world. The Imperial and the Later Cholas continued to …

The Chola Dynasty has been impressive and the greatest among the various South Indian Empires. There were the much beyond rules of the Maldives Islands, and Sri Lanka was known to have the stable and effective massive naval power.

The Chola Empire reached its peak under Rajaraja Chola I in the 11th century, when it became one of the most powerful empires in South India. The Cholas were notable for their maritime trade and naval strength, which allowed them to control sea routes and expand their influence to Southeast Asia.

The Chola victory over the Pala king Mahipala I is considered to be the climax of the expedition. In 1019 CE, Rajendra's forces marched through Kalinga towards the river Ganga. In Kalinga the Chola forces defeated Indraratha the ruler of the Somavamsi dynasty. The Chola army eventually reached the Pala kingdom of Bengal where they defeated ...

2025年1月18日 · The Chola dynasty, one of the most remarkable empires in medieval India, left an indelible mark on history. Founded in the 11th century, the Cholas were known for their military prowess, architectural achievements, and cultural innovations.