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The Cheras were the ruling dynasty of the present-day state of Kerala and parts of Tamil Nadu in South India. Their capital was Muziri also known as Vanchi.

WELL, ACTUALLY, BOTH KL AND SELANGOR. Cheras is actually in Hulu Langat, Selangor. Then on Feb 1, 1974, part of it was annexed to the Federal government to form part of the Federal Territory. Hence, half of Cheras is in Kuala Lumpur, under DBKL, while the other half is in Selangor, under the Kajang municipal council.

Life in Cheras is a story of two states, stretching as it does from Kuala Lumpur in the north through to Selangor in the south. It’s a sprawling and, in places, densely populated area, with an abundance of malls, shops, nightlife, and local amenities for residents to enjoy.

Life in Cheras is a story of two states, stretching as it does from Kuala Lumpur in the north through to Selangor in the south. It’s a sprawling and, in places, densely populated area, with an abundance of malls, shops, nightlife, and local amenities for residents to enjoy.15

bow and arrowThe emblem of Cheras was bow and arrow

Rama KulasekharaRama Kulasekhara (fl. late 11th century CE) was the last ruler of the Chera Perumal dynasty of medieval Kerala.

Keralolpathi claims that the Chera kings followed Matriarchy and belonged to Tulu Bunt (community). In reality Chera kings were Tamils who followed Patriarchy who hated Polyandry practised in the later times.

Kongu Chera dynasty, or Cheras/Keralas of Kongu or Karur, or simply as the Chera/Kerala dynasty, were a medieval royal lineage in south India, initially ruling over western Tamil Nadu and central Kerala. The headquarters of the Kongu Cheras was located at Karur-Vanchi (Karur) in central Tamil Nadu.

Lest you think Cheras is only known for Pasar Malam food, the township is also famous for the many ‘tai chow’ (literally translated to ‘big fry’) restaurants that serve stir-fried Chinese dishes. With so many eateries to choose from, it’s hard to pick a favourite.

Vel Kezhu KuttuvanVel Kezhu Kuttuvan is often identified with the legendary “Chenguttuvan Chera”, the most illustrious ruler of the Early Cheras. Under his reign, the Chera territory extended from Kollimalai (near Karur Vanchi) in the east to Thondi and Mantai (Kerala) on the western coast.