Where was the Chola capital before Thanjavur?

The ancient Chola capital was at Uraiyur, near Trichy, before Vijayalaya shifted the focus to Thanjavur.

Resurgence of the Cholas

UPSC Archival Analysis

Vijayalaya was the founder of the Imperial Chola dynasty in the 9th century, famously capturing Thanjavur to establish his capital.

Exam Year

2016

Evidence Source

UPSC Level

ID: HIS_MED_2016_179 Ref: K.A. Nilakanta Sastri, The Cholas