During the reign of which of the following Pallavas, Hiuen Tsang visited the Pallava capital Kanchi?

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Answer 1

The correct answer is Narasimhavarman I.

Key Points

Narasimhavarman I:

Narasimhavarman I, also known as Mamalla Narasimhavarman, ruled from around 630 to 668 CE.
He was the son and successor of Mahendravarman I.
Narasimhavarman I was a powerful ruler who conducted successful military campaigns, including against the Chalukyas.
It was during his reign that Hiuen Tsang, the Chinese Buddhist monk and traveler, visited the Pallava capital of Kanchi.
Hiuen Tsang's accounts provide valuable insights into the political, social, and cultural conditions of the time.

Additional Information

Mahendravarman I:
- Mahendravarman I was a prominent ruler of the Pallava dynasty who ruled from around 600 to 630 CE.
- He was known for his patronage of art, literature, and architecture.
- During his reign, the foundation of the rock-cut temples of Mamallapuram (also known as Mahabalipuram) was laid.
Mahendravarman II:
- Mahendravarman II, also known as Mahendravarman Pallava, ruled from around 668 to 672 CE.
- He was the son and successor of Narasimhavarman I.
- Mahendravarman II is known for his patronage of art and architecture, particularly the Shore Temple at Mamallapuram.

Narasimhavarman II:
- Narasimhavarman II, also known as Rajasimha Pallava, ruled from around 700 to 728 CE.
- He was a prominent ruler of the Pallava dynasty and is remembered for his military conquests and architectural achievements.