Kongu Highways and Economy

Abstract :

Highways are indispensible for the emergence of Urban centers. Medieval Kongu Highway System were
conducive not only for the trade activities but also for the migration of various people. Proliferation of Highways with its root cause and its implication on Society and Politics are discussed. Along with this, houses (Rest houses) and cantonments are listed. Scholars working in South Indian history are not interested in studying Highways and Highway Systems. This article deals the emergence and its popularity.

Author Name : C.Ayyanar & Dr.(Mrs.) T.Selvanayaki

DOI:https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.290269

Keywords: Kongu Highways, Economy, Urban.