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Pandya dynasty

c. 500 BCE – 1618 CE · about 2118 years approximate dates

The Pandyas were one of the three ancient Tamil dynasties, ruling from Madurai in southern India. They are mentioned in Greek and Roman sources and in Sangam poetry, and they were a major power again in the 13th century. Later Pandya rulers survived as minor chiefs until the 17th century.

Key facts

Dates	c. 500 BCE – 1618 CE
Region	South Asia
Continent	Asia
Capitals	Korkai, Madurai, Tenkasi
Founder	Nedunjeliyan I (first documented)
Religion(s)	Hinduism, Jainism

Note on dates: The dynasty's rule was not continuous; it had several periods of power separated by foreign rule.

Before & after

Preceded by

Magadha (Haryanka and Shaishunaga kingdoms)

Followed by

Vijayanagara Empire

Sources

Wikipedia – Pandya dynasty

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.