Akshay Shankar

The Saga of the Padmanabhadasas - A Glimpse of the History of Travancore Kingdom- Part One

A journey through the history of Travancore's royal family, beginning from the Chera eras. And a reminder of the gratitude we owe to the ancient nobles who embodied vīra rasa and sevā bhāva.

The Saga of the Padmanabhadasas - A Glimpse of the History of Travancore Kingdom- Part Two

A continuation article that details an account of the Nair brigade, a group of personal troops for the Travancore Maharajas, and their role in the Indian army. Additionally, the article delves into the ambitious plans of Marthanda Varma, the king of Travancore, to conquer all of Kerala and re-establish the Chera kingdom.