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Which are the Tamil mahakavyangal?

Here are the major Tamil Maha Kavyangal (Epic Poems):

* Silappathikaram (The Tale of the Anklet) by Ilango Adigal

* Manimekalai (The Jewel Garland) by unknown (attributed to Seethalai Saathanar)

* Kalingattuparani (The Battle of Kalinga) by Jayankondar

* Periyapuranam (Great Purana) by Sekkizhar

* Thiruvilayadal Puranam (The Divine Sports) by Paranjothi Munivar

* Kundalakesi (The Golden Hair) by unknown

Important Note:

* The five epics traditionally considered "Pancha Mahakavyas" are Silappathikaram, Manimekalai, Kalingattuparani, Periyapuranam, and Kundalakesi.

Other Notable Kavyangal:

* Thirukkural (The Verses on Ethics) by Thiruvalluvar (though often classified as a separate category due to its philosophical focus)

* Agananuru (The Four Hundred)

* Purananooru (The Ancient Anthology)

These works are all considered essential pieces of Tamil literature, known for their poetic beauty, historical significance, and deep exploration of various themes like love, loss, heroism, spirituality, and social issues.

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