Pugazh Chozha - the king and his sense of justice
Pugazh Chozha, one of the greatest kings of the Chozha dynasty, ruled the Kongu region from Thuraiyur by having it as the capital. Various chieftains paid him tribute, but since the transport was difficult for them, he shifted his capital to Karur. The famous Pasupatheeswarar temple is located here. He was an ardent devotee of Lord Shiva, so he spent a lot of money for the maintenance of the temple. To conquer and capture other kingdoms and to extend their empire is a rightful duty of every king. Pugazh Chozha sent his army to the surrounding kingdoms to extend his empire. While everyone surrendered to his supremacy, one of the chieftains called Adhigan refused to accept it or pay any tributes to him. Pugazh Chozha was angered by this act. He sent his army and waged a battle with Adhigan. His mighty army destroyed the army of Adhigan in no time and plundered his kingdom. They looted all the gold and precious stones and killed every person who opposed them. Soon, his army returned wit