Cholas also dominated the entire eastern coast with their feudatories, the Telugu Cholas of Velanati and Nellore among others. These feudatories always aided the Cholas in their …

Dec 5, 2025 · 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. …

The Chola Dynasty (Tamil: சோழர் குலம், IPA: ['ʧoːɻə]), a Tamil dynasty, ruled primarily in southern India until the thirteenth century. The dynasty originated in the fertile valley of the …

The Cholas formed one of three ruling families in Tamil-speaking south India during the first two centuries CE. In the mid-ninth century the family came to dominate the region, building an …

Oct 25, 2025 · 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.

Jul 28, 2025 · The Chola Empire, a dominant South Indian dynasty (9th-13th century AD), excelled in military, art, and administration. Originating in the Cauvery plains, they expanded …

Around a.d. 850 the Cholas gradually shook off the supremacy of their rivals and reemerged as powerful South Indian rulers. Their core territory comprised the cities of Tanjore (Tanj?vur), …

Oct 16, 2025 · The Cholas had a huge impact on India, especially the Tamil-speaking parts of southern India, not only from a political dimension, but also in the arts and culture.

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

May 26, 2023 · According to traditional accounts, the Cholas were descended from the Sun God Surya and traced their lineage back to the mythical King Manu. The early Cholas were vassals …