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Rajaraja died in 1014, he left behind him a shining legacy that made him on
the greatest patrons of art and religion in India. The Chola Dynasty ended
King Rajendra Chola III, the last Chola king.
last recorded date of Rajendra III is 1279 AD.

There is no evidence that Rajendra was followed immediately by another Chola pr


ince.
The Chola empire was completely overshadowed by the Pandyan empire, though many
small chieftains continued to
claim the title Chola well into 15th century.
This is a mural showing Rajaraja, drawn during his reign, showing him in red sta
nding behind his guru.
If you have seen a picture of the god Shiva, you might find similarities with t
he hair style of Rajaraja. It must be noted that some archeologists dispute whet
her this is actually Rajaraja or not.

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