630 CE · political transition statecraft
Narasimhavarman I Begins Pallava Reign
Narasimhavarman I became Pallava ruler around 630 CE. During his reign Pallava forces later defeated Pulakeshin II and captured the Chalukya capital Vatapi in 642, while royal patronage at Mamallapuram produced some of the dynasty's most celebrated rock-cut monuments.

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