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The state archaeology department, which is conducting the third phase of archaeological excavations atMaaligaimedunearGangaikonda Cholapuramin Ariyalur district, has unearthed a stone pillar which is believed to be the remnant of a Chola-era palace.<\/p>\n

According to official sources, the stone pillar measures 6.4 metres in length and 72cm in width.<\/p>\n

It was discovered at theUtkottaiexcavation site, approximately 1 km from Maaligaimedu.<\/p>\n

The first phase of excavation took place between February and September 2021. The second phase of the excavation was undertaken between February and September 2022. Gangaikonda Cholapuram, once a prosperous trading town, flourished as the capital city of the Cholas<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The state archaeology department, which is conducting the third phase of archaeological excavations atMaaligaimedunearGangaikonda Cholapuramin Ariyalur district, has unearthed a stone pillar which is believed to be the remnant of a Chola-era palace. According to official sources, the stone pillar measures 6.4 metres in length and 72cm in width. 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