The Pandya dynasty (Tamil: [paːɳɖijɐr]), 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 Cholas and the Cheras. [7]

Pandya dynasty, Tamil rulers in the extreme south of India of unknown antiquity (they are mentioned by Greek authors in the 4th century bce). The Roman emperor Julian received an embassy from a Pandya about 361 ce.

Sep 20, 2024 · The Pandyan Empire was an ancient and influential dynasty that ruled over southern and southeastern parts of the Indian peninsula, with its capital at Madurai. Its significance lies in its prosperous trade, rich cultural heritage, and role …

Jan 7, 2025 · This article explores the rise, reign, and legacy of the Pandyan dynasty, with a special focus on their religious patronage and how Hinduism flourished under their rule.

The Pandya dynasty was one of the longest-ruling dynasties in Indian history. Initially, they ruled from Korkai and later shifted their capital to Madurai. With the rise of the Chola dynasty, they declined in the 9th century CE. However, they revived again during the 12th century CE.

Several areas in the Pandyan kingdom were raided by his troops, civilians were massacred and temples were destroyed. Both the Pandya brothers fled their headquarters and Malik Kafur pursued them but without any success.

The Pandyan kingdom பாண்டியர் was an ancient Tamil state in South India of unknown antiquity. Pandyas were one of the three ancient Tamil kingdoms (Chola and Chera being the other two) who ruled the Tamil country from pre-historic times until end of the 15th century.

Nov 25, 2023 · The Pandya Dynasty’s rich history and cultural contributions provide a fascinating glimpse into the past of South India. From their legendary beginnings to their role in promoting trade and the Bhakti movement, the Pandyas were integral in shaping the region’s identity.

The Early Pandyas of the Sangam period were one of the three main kingdoms of the Tamilakam (southern India), the other two being the Cholas, and Cheras dynasty. As with many other kingdoms around this period (earlier than 200 BCE), most of the information about the Early Pandyas come to modern historians mainly through literary sources and ...

The Pandyan Civil War [3] [4] from 1169 to 1177 [1] [4] was precipitated by rival claims of succession to the Pandyan throne.The Civil War began between Parakrama Pandyan and his nephew Kulasekhara Pandyan and lasted for the next 15 years between successive Pandyan kings. The war gradually spread to the rest of Southern India when the Chola King Rajadhiraja …