Proper Nouns Lexicon

The kingdom of Champa was an ancient Southeast Asian kingdom located in present-day central Vietnam. It flourished from the 2nd to the 17th century and is known for its rich cultural heritage, including Hindu temples and distinctive architecture.

The Chandela were a Rajput dynasty that ruled the Bundelkhand region of central India from the 9th to the 13th century, playing a significant role in regional politics and religious architecture.

Charles V, born on February 24, 1500, and died on September 21, 1558, was a major European sovereign. Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire and King of Spain, he reigned from 1519 to 1556, profoundly marking European history.

Château de Chambord is a masterpiece of French Renaissance architecture located in the Loire Valley. Built in the early 16th century, it is famous for its unique design and the double helix staircase attributed to Leonardo da Vinci.

The Chauhans, also known in earlier sources as the Chahamanas, were one of the major Rajput dynastic groups of north western India. Their history is closely linked with medieval Rajasthan, especially Shakambhari, Ajmer, Nadol, Jalore, Ranthambore, Chandravati and Abhaneri.

The Chaulukya, also known as the Solanki dynasty, ruled mainly over Gujarat and western India between the 10th and 14th centuries.

Chennakeshava is a form of Vishnu, one of his many avatars, primarily worshipped in southern India, particularly in the temples of the Hoysala dynasty.

The Chera were an ancient dynasty of South India, mainly associated with present-day Kerala and western Tamil Nadu. Known as one of the three major powers of ancient Tamilakam alongside the Cholas and the Pandyas, they played an important role in Sangam literature, maritime trade on the Malabar Coast and exchanges across the Indian Ocean.

The Chettiars, or Chettiar, are a merchant and banking community from Tamil Nadu, India, known for their historical role in trade and finance in Southeast Asia.

The Chit Sabha is a sacred hall located in certain Hindu temples, often used for spiritual gatherings and important rituals.