Utpala dynasty

Utpala dynasty
855 CE–1003 CE
Capital Avantipur
Languages Sanskrit
Religion Hinduism
Buddhism
Government Monarchy
Emperor
   855 – 883 CE Avantivarman
  885 – 902 CE Shankaravarman
  980 – 1003 CE Didda
Historical era Medieval
   Established 855 CE
   Disestablished 1003 CE
Preceded by
Succeeded by
Karkoṭa Empire
Lohara dynasty
Today part of  Afghanistan
 India
 Pakistan

Utpala dynasty was a Hindu kingdom which ruled over the Kashmir region from 8th to 10th century CE. The kingdom was established by Avanti Varman, ending the rule of Karkota dynasty in 855 CE.[1][2] The cities of Avantipur and Suyapur were founded during the reign and many Hindu temples dedicated to both Vishnu and Shiva and Buddhist monasteries were built, notable of which is the Avantiswara and Avantiswami temples.[3]

References

  1. Sen, Sailendra Nath (1999). Ancient Indian History and Civilization. New Age International. p. 295. ISBN 978-8122-411-98-0.
  2. Raina, Mohini Qasba (2013). Kashur The Kashmiri Speaking People: Analytical Perspective. Partridge Publishing Singapore. p. 9. ISBN 978-1482-899-47-4.
  3. Warikoo, K (2009). Cultural heritage of Jammu and Kashmir. Pentagon Press. p. 88. ISBN 978-8182-743-76-2.
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