General knowledge questions 2025: Dynasties and Capitals

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Some important Dynasties and their capitals


Pandyan Dynasty  >>  Madurai

Pallava dynasty  >>  Kanchi

Chola dynasty  >> Uraiyur

Chera Dynasty  >>  Vanji

Chalukya dynasty  >>  Vatapi

Maurya Dynasty  >>  Pataliputra

Kushan Dynasty  >>  Purushpura (Peshawar)

Here is brief review, just for knowledge.

Pandyan Dynasty : A ancient Tamil dynasty that ruled parts of southern India, known for their architectural contributions and trade networks.

Pallava Dynasty : A powerful dynasty that ruled in southern India, famous for their rock-cut temples and architectural innovations.

Chola Dynasty: One of the longest-ruling dynasties in southern India, known for their naval power, art, and architecture

Chera Dynasty: An ancient Tamil dynasty that ruled parts of southern India, known for their contributions to Tamil literature and culture.

Chalukya Dynasty: A powerful dynasty that ruled in western and southern India, famous for their architectural achievements and military conquests.

Maurya Dynasty: A vast empire that ruled much of ancient India, known for their administrative and economic achievements.

Kushan Dynasty: A major empire that ruled parts of ancient India and Central Asia, famous for their contributions to Buddhism and art.

Here are some notable temples associated with each dynasty:

1. Pandyan Dynasty (Madurai)

    - Meenakshi Amman Temple

    - Koodal Azhagar Temple

2. Pallava Dynasty (Kanchi)

    - Shore Temple

    - Kanchi Kailasanathar Temple

    - Varadaraja Perumal Temple

3. Chola Dynasty (Thanjavur,  Uraiyur)

    - Brihadeeswarar Temple

    - Airavatesvara Temple

    - Gangaikonda Cholapuram Temple

4. Chalukya Dynasty (Vatapi/Badami)

    - Durga Temple

    - Lad Khan Temple

    - Mahakuteshvara Temple

5. Kushan Dynasty (Purushpura/Peshawar)

    - Buddhist monuments and sculptures, like the Bactrian and Gandharan art

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