The Avantipura Ruins are a significant historical and archaeological site located near Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir, India, here are some things to know.
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Avantipura, the ancient city, was founded by King Avantivarman in the 9th century CE, he ruled from 855 to 883 CE and was the first king.
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King Avantivarman was a devout follower of both Shaivism and Vaishnavism and his kingdom was a centre of Hindu worship.
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The Avantipura temples were built The overall style is reflective of the rich cultural exchange between the Indian subcontinent and Central Asia during this period.
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The city and its temples were heavily damaged during the invasions of the 11th and 12th centuries, particularly during the Muslim rule in Kashmir.
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The Avantipura Ruins were rediscovered by British archaeologists in the 19th century during the period of British rule in India.
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The Avantipura Ruins stand as a reminder of the ancient glory of Kashmir’s architectural and religious history.
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Avantipura is a key site for understanding the development of temple architecture in northern India and the cultural interactions that shaped the region.