A leading scholar in Indian art history, Vidya Dehejia used evocative storytelling to delve into the rich legacy of Chola ...

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I am looking forward to an illustrated talk in Delhi on February 6 by scholar Dr Vidya Dehejia on Chola bronzes in their ...

Sembiyan Mahadevi, a 10th-century Chola queen, reshaped Hinduism through temple patronage and art. Her vision turned Nataraja into the most iconic symbol of Shiva.

this peppy and energetic song perfectly captures the essence of the joy and love the youth feels for being a part of this nation that is rich in history, stories, heritage, culture and traditions.

From words like cash (from the Tamil kasu) and Coromandel Coast (from Chola Mandalam or Chola circle) to Tamil temple architecture and economic systems that made Indian textiles world-famous ...

A Chola-era masterpiece in Darasuram ... within its walls are a reflection of the enduring spirit of Tamil culture. Where the Arabian Sea, the Bay of Bengal, and the Indian Ocean converge ...

The Chola Empire in the 1020s was arguably India’s most powerful ... This article is a part of the ‘Thinking Medieval‘series that takes a deep dive into India’s medieval culture, politics, and history ...

As much as kings, Tamil merchants are the unsung heroes of medieval India’s global footprint. Sometimes, cultural diasporas can achieve as much, if not more, than an armed force.

“Culture is a very important part of the social fabric. It is the thread that connects communities. It formulates identity, creates values, connects and brings people together. Within ...

Women had played a central role in the rise of Chola power but as their power faded, so too did the status of their women. Chola royal women practically disappeared from the historical record from the ...