With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well known as
- Acapital cities
- BportsCorrect
- Ccentres of iron-and-steel making
- Dshrines of Jain Tirthankaras
Explanation
Korkai, Poompuhar (also known as Kaveripattinam), and Muchiri (also known as Muziris) were all highly significant ancient port cities in South India during the Sangam period.
Korkai: It was an important port city and the early capital of the Pandyas, known for its pearl fishing and trade. Poompuhar: This was the port city of the Cholas, located at the mouth of the Kaveri River. It was a bustling center of foreign trade mentioned in Sangam literature like Silappadikaram. Muchiri (Muziris): A prominent port city of the Cheras on the Malabar coast (modern-day Kerala), it was a key center for spice trade with the Roman Empire and other parts of the world. These cities played a crucial role in the maritime trade and economy of ancient South India, connecting the subcontinent with distant lands.
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