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Cholas
The Cholas were a powerful dynasty that ruled in southern India, particularly in present-day Tamil Nadu, during the 9th to 13th centuries. They were known for their military prowess and also made significant contributions in the fields of art, literature, and architecture. The Cholas built a vast empire that stretched from the southern tip of India to as far north as the Ganges Delta in present-day Bengal. The Cholas are also known for their naval power, and their naval expeditions led to the spread of Chola influence and culture to other parts of Southeast Asia. The Cholas were followers of Hinduism and the Shaivite tradition, and the Chola temples are some of the most impressive examples of Dravidian temple architecture in India. The Chola empire eventually declined in the 13th century, but the legacy of the Cholas continues to be felt in modern-day Tamil Nadu and beyond.The Chola dynasty was founded by Vijayalaya Chola, who reigned from 850 to 871. He established the Chola capital at Thanjavur and conquered several territories, including the Pallavas and the Pandyas. The Cholas reached the peak of their power under Rajaraja Chola I and his son, Rajendra Chola I, who ruled from 985 to 1014 and 1014 to 1044, respectively. Rajaraja Chola I expanded the Chola empire through military conquests and also made significant contributions to Tamil literature and architecture. He built the Brihadeeswarar Temple at Thanjavur, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of the greatest examples of Chola architecture.
By Mahendrarajah Mithusharan4 years ago in FYI
Epiphany/Three Kings Day on January 6 celebrates the Magi finding Christ two years after His birth
A different "Christmas" While most of the world observes the birth of Christ on December 25 there are those among us in Orthodox communities as well as Catholics and mainstream Christians who celebrate on January 6 with Epiphany or Three Kings Day. It's customary to see Nativity scenes with Shepherds and Wise Men at the manger but there are reasons that some say the Magi were not present on the first Christmas and observe a different date.
By Cheryl E Preston4 years ago in FYI
History of Epiphany and Twelfth Night
Twelfth Night is on January 5, the eve of Epiphany. Epiphany occurs in the Christian calendar on January 6, signifying the event of the Magi, or Wise Men, visiting the baby Jesus. It is known in some Latin cultures as the Feast of the Three Kings or Three Kings Day.
By Bill Petro4 years ago in FYI
Sleep apnea Causes and their types
What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea (sometimes also mistakenly written as sleep apnea or sleep apnoea) is a common and at the best addiction treatment center in Lahore, doctors are briefly discussed this, though often undiagnosed, sleep disorder in which you stop breathing during the night, sometimes people want to know Do We Need To Spend One-Third Of Our Lives Sleeping hundreds of times and for as much as a minute or more. The disorder derives its name from the Greek word "apnea" meaning "without breath".
By Willing Ways4 years ago in FYI
Tips For Improving Your Customer Retention Strategy for 2023
It costs much less to convince your present customers to make further purchases than it does to convince new consumers to do so. We hate to sound repetitious, but we won't stop until we don't have to. Customer retention is a serious matter, particularly in eCommerce. If it wasn't a key component of your plan in 2022, 2023 is the ideal year to start. Here are 7 of our tried-and-true customer retention techniques that you can start using in your strategy right away.
By Amavi Digital4 years ago in FYI
The Top 5 Wearables Technology Devices That Are Shaping the Future
The current trend of wearables technology has had major implications for the future. How will the constant stream of data from devices like fitness trackers, smart watches and highly specialized apparel transform our lives and how we interact with our environment?
By Dany Goldraij4 years ago in FYI
4 Lost Letters Theodore Roosevelt Sent The Year He Died
Theodore Roosevelt has been studied, analyzed, scrutinized, torn apart, and pieced back together in efficiently digestible works. Today, we look back on Roosevelt one 150 years later and marvel at the complexity of his life during his short time here on earth.
By Alex Moliski4 years ago in FYI
Space 101: Exoplanets
Exoplanets: An Overview of What We Know and What We Hope to Find Exoplanets, or planets outside of our solar system, have garnered significant attention in recent years due to the hundreds of confirmed discoveries and the potential for finding extraterrestrial life. The search for exoplanets dates back centuries, but it wasn't until the latter half of the 20th century that technology advanced enough to allow for the detection of these distant worlds. In the past few decades, the field of exoplanet research has exploded, leading to the discovery of thousands of exoplanets and the development of new techniques for studying them.
By Kahi Bradshaw-Williams4 years ago in FYI
