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January 20, 2025
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Queen Sembiyan Mahadevi (949 CE – 957 CE) : The Real Founder of the Chola Empire

Queen Sembiyan Mahadevi was a revered Chola dynasty queen and devout Shaivite, known for her immense contribution to temple architecture, cultural heritage, and promoting Shaivism during the 10th century CE. Often overshadowed by later rulers like Rajaraja Chola I, Sembiyan Mahadevi’s contributions to the empire’s socio-political and cultural foundation were unparalleled, making her an instrumental […]