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1,000 Years of Rajendra Chola’s Legendary Maritime Expedition The Ministry of Culture celebrated the Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival from 23rd to 27th July 2025 to mark the 1,000th anniversary of Rajendra Chola I’s maritime expedition to Southeast Asia. The festival also honoured Tamil Shaiva Bhakti traditions, especially the 63 Nayanmars, saint-poets who received patronage under the Chola dynasty. Aspect Details Rajendra Chola I Rajendra Chola I ruled from 1014 to 1044 CE and was the son of Rajaraja I, the powerful Chola ruler who became king in 985 CE. Ganga Valley Conquest He conquered the Ganga valley and earned the title…
17 April, 2026
Pre-Medieval Period and Rajputs