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Pallava Dynasty

Forging South India's temple tradition, the Pallavas blended innovation and devotion to lay the foundations of Tamil art, architecture, and learning.

275 CE897 CECapital: KanchipuramHinduismDravidian
Pallava Dynasty seal emblem

The Story

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Governance

Government Type
Hereditary monarchy with administrative councils

Quick Facts

Region
South Asia
Period
275 CE897 CE
Capital
Kanchipuram
Language Family
Dravidian
Religion
Hinduism

Timeline

Key Events

c. 600–630 CE

Mahendravarman I - Ruler

Patron of arts, initiated Pallava rock-cut temples, fostered literary and religious growth.

c. 630–668 CE

Narasimhavarman I (Mamalla) - Ruler

Oversaw construction at Mahabalipuram, defended the kingdom against Chalukyas, supported cultural flourishing.

c. 731–796 CE

Nandivarman II - Ruler

Restored Pallava power, encouraged religious and scholarly activities at Kanchipuram.

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