Raja Raja Chola (985 CE – 1014 CE)
The birth anniversary of the legendary Chola emperor Raja Raja Chola celebrated during Sadhaya Vizha in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu.
- Sadhaya Vizha festival is observed in Tamil month of Aippasi, which runs from mid-October to mid-November at Brihadeshwara Temple.
About Raja Raja Chola (985 CE – 1014 CE)
- Chola power reached its peak during reign of Arumolivarman, who assumed title Rajaraja I.
- Rajaraja defeated Chera ruler Bhaskararavivarman in naval battle of Kandalursalai.
- He also invaded Sri Lanka (annexing its northern part) and led a conquest to Maldives.
- He completed construction of famous Rajarajeswara/Brihadeeswara temple at Tanjore in 1010 A.D
