Description:
The Chandammanavas are a royal family from the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'chandammana', meaning 'moonlight'. The Chandammanavas are believed to be descended from the moon-god Chandra, who married the sun-goddess Surya. The family is known for its patronage of the arts, and its members have included several notable poets, musicians, and film-makers. The Chandammanavas are also well known for their royal patronage of Vaishnavism, a Hindu sect that emphasises devotion to Vishnu.
