Ramankary Grama Panchayat
Documented local history
Alappuzha district
Historical overview
There is no recorded history on the origin of this land. The oral history among local people, transferred from generation to generation is a blend of myths and legends. [1][2]
There is reference to Kuttanad in the epic Mahabharata of ancient India. During their exile, the five Pandava princes are said to have traveled through this land. [1][2]
Timeline
- Chera dynasty era
During the reign of the Chera dynasty that ruled over ancient Kerala, Kuttanad attained an important place in history. Cheran Chenguttavan is said to have ruled his vast kingdom from Kuttanad, when it was also a famous centre of Buddhism. [1][2]
- Epic era (Mahabharata)
There is reference to Kuttanad in the Mahabharata of ancient India. During their exile, the five Pandava princes are said to have traveled through this land. [1][2]
Sources
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