Pallava Dynasty
Tamil dynasty renowned for pioneering Dravidian temple architecture.
What you need to know
- Capital at Kanchipuram
- Narasimhavarman I sacked Vatapi in 642 CE
- Created the shore temples of Mamallapuram
Tamil dynasty renowned for pioneering Dravidian temple architecture.
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