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Archaeologists recently discovered an eighth-century Kotravai sculpture, which dates back to the Pallava period, near Ulundurpet in Tamil Nadu.
The Pallava Dynasty
The Pallava Dynasty ruled South India from the third to the ninth centuries.
They ruled over northern Tamil Nadu, parts of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, with Kanchipuram as their capital.
The Pallavas patronized music, painting, and literature while also supporting Buddhism, Jainism, and the Brahminical faith.
Origin
Pallava Dynasty was previously feudatories of the Andhra Satavahanas. After their defeat at Amaravati, the Pallavas gained independence.
They gradually moved southward, establishing their capital at Kanchipuram in the fourth century CE.
The Pallava realm's wealth and vigour increased during the reigns of Mahendravarman I (571–630 CE) and Narasimhavarman I (630–668 CE).
Hiuen Tsang, a Chinese traveler, portrays Bodhidharma, the founder of China's Chan (Zen) school of Buddhism, as a Pallava prince. Tsang visited Kanchipuram during the Pallava era and praised the benevolent decrees.
Architecture
The Pallava Dynasty was known for promoting Dravidian architecture.
They were the most well-known for temple architecture. They contributed significantly to the transition from rock-cut architecture to stone temples.
The Pallavas' most notable architectural achievements can be found in Mahabalipuram, which became a major center of art, architecture, and literature during their reign.
Narasimhavarman II built the Kailasanatha Temple in Kanchipuram, as well as the Shore Temple.
Kailasanatha and Vaikuntaperumal are the most well-known temples in terms of architecture.
The Vaikuntaperumal shrine is a multi-story temple built in the 8th century A.D. that is well-known for its sculptures depicting Pallava history.
They converted to the local religion, Shaivism, and became Dravidians.
Combats During The Pallava Dynasty
Throughout their rule, they were at odds with both the Chalukya Dynasty in the north and the Tamil kingdoms of Chola and Pandyas in the south.
The Pallavas were engaged in constant battle with the Chalukyas of Badami before being hidden by the Chola kings in the eighth century CE.
Decline
The Pallava Dynasty had declined as the Rashtrakutas rose to power.
In 897 AD, Vijayalaya, the Chola King, decisively defeated Aparajitavarman, the last Pallava King.
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