Raja Raja Chola 1 considered the greatest king of the Chola Empire by many, ruled between 985 and 1014 C.E. Under Raja Raja Chola 1, the Cholan empire conquered entire south India and enlarged up to Srilanka. Expanded as far as Sri Lanka in the south, and Kalinga (Orissa) in the northeast. He was honored as “King of Kings”.
Raja Raja Chola 1 is the most talkative king to date in Tamilnadu due to his Extraordinary Talents in Conquering the Territories and his interest in architecture and the way he treated their people.
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Great King Raja Raja Chola 1 As a Ruler:
1. Conquered the kingdoms of southern India and Sri Lanka in the extreme south, and Kalinga (Orissa) in the northeast.
2. Fought many battles with the Chalukyas in the north and the Pandyas in the south.
3. By conquering Vengi, Rajaraja laid the foundations for the Chalukya Chola dynasty.
4. Conquered Sri Lanka and started a century-long Chola occupation of the island.
5. His conquests within 14 years of his reign, bringing the Pandyas, Bellary, Eastern Mysore, Tadigaipadi, Vengi, and Coorg under his possession.
6. He is the only King in India who expanded their territory to Cambodia.
7. Raja Raja Chola 1 is the first King in India who used Ships to attack enemies through the ocean.
Raja Raja Chola 1 Achievements in Architecture :
8. Raja Raja Chola 1 gave much importance to Architecture. Raja Raja Chola 1 Built the Peruvudaiyar Koyil in Thanjavur. This temple is referred to as Brihadeeswarar Temple.
9. This Brihadeeswarar Temple had built with Incredible architecture. The entire Temple shows the power of the Tamil Language. Every part of this temple had built with a unique design.
10. UNESCO Recognised and listed the Brihadeeswarar Temple as “Great Living Chola Temples” in the UNESCO Architectural Heritage List.
Thanjavur Brihadeeswarar Temple:
11. He built the spectacular Siva temple in Thanjavur, also known as Rajarajeswaram, Brihadeeswarar Temple.
12. It is one of the largest temples in India and one of India’s most prized architectural sites. Built by emperor Raja Raja Chola I.
13. There is a big statue of Nandi (sacred bull), carved out of a single rock, at the entrance measuring about 16 feet long and 13 feet high.
14. The entire temple structure is made out of granite.
Interesting Facts about Raja Raja Solan I:
15. Interesting Facts about Raja Raja Solan I is the world’s famous “The Great Living Temple” known as Thanjavur Brihadeeswarar Temple built by him.
Quick Facts:
| Header | Information |
|---|---|
| Other Name | King of Kings, |
| Born | |
| Name | Arulmozhivarman |
| Birthplace | Arulmozhi Thevar |
| Reign | 985 C.E. – 1014 C.E |
| Title | Rajakesari |
| Relion and Belief | Hinduism |
| Capital | Thanjavur |
| Queens | Lokamahadevi, Cholamahadevi, Trailokyamahadevi, Panchavanmahadevi, Abhimanavalli, Iladamadeviyar, Prithivimahadevi |
| Children | Rajendra Chola I, Kundavai, Madevadigal |
| Predecessor | Uttama Chola |
| Successor | Rajendra Chola I |
| Father | Sundara Chola |
| Success in War’s | Pandyas, Bellary, Eastern Mysore, Tadigaipadi, Vengi, Kalinga, Chalukya |
| Ruled Area | Entire South India, Extendted to Sri Lanka, and Kalinga (Orissa) in the northeast |
| Arts and Creations | Thanjavur Temple |
| Death | 1014 C.E. |
