Description
The “Kingdoms of the Indian Peninsula—Cholas, Chalukyas & Pallavas (70x100)” refers to a large-format, laminated educational map poster that illustrates the territorial boundaries, influential cities, and main features of the three great South Indian dynasties between the 6th and 13th centuries CE.
Physical Specifications
Size: 70 × 100 cm, suitable for classrooms, libraries, and exhibitions.
Material: Multicolour printing on 80 GSM map litho paper, thermally laminated with 30-micron thick polyester film on both sides, and fitted with plastic rollers for hanging.
Languages: Available in English, Hindi, Kannada; certified for accuracy by the Survey of India.
Map Content & Educational Value
The map depicts the core regions controlled by:
Cholas (9th–13th century CE): Centered in Tamil Nadu, with capitals at Thanjavur and Gangaikondacholapuram, their empire stretched to Sri Lanka, parts of Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and even the Maldives and Southeast Asia at its zenith.
Chalukyas (6th–12th century CE): Ruled from Badami, Aihole, and later Kalyani (Karnataka), their territory covered much of the Deccan plateau, playing a crucial role in peninsular politics and art.
Pallavas (4th–9th century CE): Dominated northern Tamil Nadu and southern Andhra Pradesh, with the capital at Kanchipuram, and were known for temple architecture and maritime connections.
The chart details capital cities, river systems, major trade routes, and cultural/architectural landmarks, such as Brihadishwara Temple (Cholas), rock-cut temples at Mahabalipuram (Pallavas), and cave temples in Badami (Chalukyas).
Historical notes explain the dynasties' contributions to art, literature, religion (especially Shaivism and Vaishnavism), naval expeditions, and inter-dynastic rivalry.
The map may highlight important battles (e.g., Chalukyas vs. Pallavas at Vatapi, Cholas vs. Chalukyas in Karnataka), alliances, and interactions with contemporary powers (Chera, Pandya, Rashtrakuta).
Historical Context
These dynasties collectively define South Indian history’s golden era for temple architecture, maritime trade, literature (including Tamil and Sanskrit classics), and sculpture.
The transitions and rivalries among the Cholas, Chalukyas, and Pallavas shaped peninsular politics and enabled rich creative achievement, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage sites today.
The map provides a vivid classroom reference for teaching about political geography, cultural diversity, and artistic legacy in medieval South India.
This chart is a key resource for visualizing the historical geography and achievements of the peninsula's great dynasties, helping learners understand the roots of South Indian civilization and its architectural marvels
