The Cholas endured beyond the 13th century, and the Zamindar of Pichavaram is a direct descendant of the Chola lineage. A notable tradition in the Chidambaram Nataraja Temple involves a Vellalar taking a crown and presenting it to the Antananar, consecrating the king with the crown—an authentic testament to the lasting Chola heritage. Vijayanagara prince Kumara Kampana, in the 14th century, conquered Madurai after defeating the ruling Sultans. According to the book Mathura Vijayam, Kumara Kampana was not alone in his fight; the Chola, Chera, and Pandya kings joined forces with him. This collaboration offers evidence of the Cholas' presence during the 14th century in the Vijayanagara Empire.