Kovalanpottal, Archaeological site in Palanganatham, Madurai, India
The excavation site of Kovalanpottal contains multiple layers of archaeological remains that demonstrate the historical development of Tamil settlements through time.
Archaeological studies at Kovalanpottal have revealed numerous artifacts and structures dating back to different periods of Tamil Nadu's ancient civilization.
The location holds strong connections to the Tamil epic Silappatikaram, where according to tradition, Kovalan met his fate by order of the Pandyan king Neduncheziyan.
The Archaeological Survey of India maintains the site with regular opening hours and provides informational panels explaining the significance of discovered artifacts.
Kovalanpottal combines both tangible archaeological evidence and literary references from Tamil epics, making it valuable for historical research.
Location: Madurai
GPS coordinates: 9.93333,78.13330
Latest update: March 21, 2025 17:50
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