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Kings and Dynasties of India - Rulers of India

One of the cradles of early civilisations, India has a long and glorious history. Several great kings and dynasties have left an indelible mark, bringing great changes, development and growth. Some of them have even spread their empires to neighbouring countries and also established trade with countries as far reaching as European countries, Arab countries, and Chinese territories.

From the late Bronze Age to the Revolt of 1857 and India's Struggle for Freedom, this compilation gives you a rare glimpse into history. Watch them come alive!

The Tamil Dynasty of the Pandyas, who ruled first from Korkai near present day Tuticorin, before shifting to Madurai, from as early as 600 BC BC had a thriving shipping and trading with Greece and Rome to the Greek and Persian invasions from land and sea. To the massive Chola Empire that spread to the neighbouring countries of South East Asia, The Mauryas in Northern India who conquered most of India except the Tamilians and had great Kings like Chandragupta Maurya and Asoka the Great, The Chera Dynasty from the South, Harshavardhana, The Pallavas, The Rajputs from the Central and North Western India, the Mughals, Sivaji Maharaj and the Marathas, Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan of Mysore and Rani of Jhansi , Laxmibai.