Ancient History / Post-Guptan Era
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Pallavas ruled during the period from 550 AD to 897 AD. The founder of Pallava dynasty is Simhavishnu. Though earlier Pallava kings ruled from 3rd century AD, it was Simhavishnu who revived the dynasty. The capital of Pallavas was Kanchi or Kanchipuram.
There were 4 kings who mainly contributed to the art and architecture of Pallava kingdom.