Ancient Rulers and Kings
- Rama Varma Kulashekhara- The last king of the Later Chera Dynasty and undivided Kerala in the 12th century, ruled for 36 years
- Zamorin of Calicut (Saamoothiri, സാമൂതിരി)- Rulers of Malabar from 14th and 18th century AD.
- Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja – Known as the Lion of Kerala, he was a prince from the royal dynasty of Pazhassi Kottayam.
- Raja Kesavadas – Dewan of Travancore during the reign of Dharma Raja
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