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  1. Jun 18, 2024 · Vijayalaya was a member of the Uraiyur Chola family. Muttaraiyar, the head of the Kaveri Delta, was vanquished by him. He built a temple for the goddess Nishumbhasudini and the town of Thanjavur. The Chola empire was constructed by his successors. He built a lot of Shiva temples. The first significant Chola king, Parantaka I, succeeded him in ...

  2. Jun 13, 2024 · The Chola empire was thought to have been founded by Vijayalaya. Additional Information. Vijayalaya's successors expanded the kingdom's borders by conquest, increasing its size and power. Rajaraja I, regarded as the most powerful Chola emperor, established control over the majority of the southern regions in 985 after ascending to the throne.

  3. Jun 26, 2024 · Thanjavur (Tanjore) was the capital of Cholas. Vijayalaya was the founder of the Chola Empire. He defeated the Pallavas and took over the Tanjore kingdom within the 8th century and led to the establishment of the mighty Chola kingdom. Tanjore was hence made the primary capital of the eminent Chola Empire. Tanjore is located in the Cauvery Delta ...

  4. Jun 12, 2024 · Afterwards, Vijayalaya Chola conquered Tanjore thus re-establishing the Chola dynasty which resulted in the downfall of the Pandyas. Parantaka Chola I invaded the territories of the Pandyas and defeated Rajasimha III. Chola army led by Aditya Karikala, son of Parantaka Chola II defeated Vira Pandya in a battle. Pandyas were driven out and they ...

  5. Jun 8, 2024 · Note: Vijayalaya is known as the first ruler who ruled and laid the foundation of the Chola Empire. The management by the Chola Dynasty included the proper land revenue system, army and navy. This strong management plays a very important role in strengthening the empire which ruled for about 1500 years.