Ancient Tamil Country: A Land Where Chinese and Romans traded goods

Ancient Tamilakam – the Tamil country of the Sangam period (c. 300 BCE – 300 CE) – stood as a vibrant coastal crossroads where diverse peoples converged. Bordered by the Indian Ocean and enriched by flourishing ports, Sangam-era Tamil Nadu was far from an isolated land. It was a cosmopolitan hub of the Old World, where traders … Read more

The Chola Naval Empire: A List of Ancient Ships That Dominated the Indian Ocean

The Chola dynasty, one of the most powerful empires in South Indian history, developed a sophisticated navy that enabled them to dominate trade and military operations across the Indian Ocean. Below is a detailed description of each type of vessel used during the Chola period, including their dimensions, purposes, and two image prompts for each: … Read more