Vanchi (early historic)

Vanchi was a headquarters of the Chera dynasty, which ruled central Kerala and western Tamil Nadu (the Kongu country) in the early historic south India. The location of Vanchi remains a matter of debate among historians. It is speculated that the site corresponded to the medieval Vanchi Karur, identified modern Karur, Tamil Nadu.

The following medieval Chera (Kerala) capitals were also referred to as "Vanchi":

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