In ancient Tamilakam, the capitals of the Pandyas were located in the coastal (Neithal)
In ancient Tamilakam, the capitals of the Pandyas were located in the coastal (Neithal)
In ancient Tamilakam, the capitals of the Pandyas were located in the coastal (Neithal) regions, and the fish symbol stood as their emblem of identity. Since the Pandyas were always closely associated with the sea, their flag also prominently featured this symbol.
For more than several thousand years, the seafaring vessels of the Pandyas played a pioneering role in trade with the Egyptian civilization. The Old Testament of the Bible contains many references indicating that, around the 10th century BCE, the Jewish king Solomon received large quantities of trade goods from the Pandyas. These accounts also mention that a queen once ruled the Pandyan kingdom. Its capital is said to have been Kudiramalai in Eelam (Sri Lanka). It was only after the decline of the Pandyas that the dominance of the Cheras began to rise. Their merchant ships also entered into maritime trade, particularly during the Greek and Roman periods.
Furthermore, the term “Pandi” is said to mean a large ancient trading ship. The owners of such ships were commonly referred to as Pandyas, and others also called them “Pandu.” They are believed to have been among the earliest builders of ocean-going vessels and among the world’s first seafarers. A “Pandi” was a large boat used for transporting goods, and its owner was typically called a Pandyan. Some traditions suggest that among these Pandyas were wealthy fishermen who were experts in navigation and in operating cargo vessels.
The family name “Pandu” or “Pandya” was originally given to the owners of these large ships called “Pandi.” This maritime trading tradition is believed to have laid the foundation for one of the earliest royal lineages in Tamilakam. Their primary form of worship was serpent (Naga) worship, and they carried this cultural practice along with their trade to many other lands.
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In ancient Tamilakam, the capitals of the Pandyas were located in coastal (Neithal) regions, and the fish symbol stood as their emblem of identity, reflecting their close association with the sea.
For several thousand years, Pandyan seafaring vessels played an important role in trade with the Egyptian civilization. The Old Testament of the Bible contains references suggesting that, around the 10th century BCE, King Solomon received large quantities of trade goods from them. These accounts also mention that a queen once ruled the Pandyan kingdom, whose capital is said to have been Kudiramalai in Eelam (Sri Lanka). After the decline of the Pandyas, the Cheras rose to prominence, and their merchant ships became active in maritime trade during the Greek and Roman periods.
The term “Pandi” is said to refer to a large ancient trading ship used for transporting goods, and its owners were associated with the Pandyas. Some traditions describe them as skilled seafarers and experts in navigation. This maritime trading tradition is believed to have contributed to the foundation of one of the earliest royal lineages in Tamilakam. Their primary form of worship was serpent (Naga) worship, which they spread to other regions through their trade.
Translation by Hari
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