Languages Sanskrit Government Monarchy 885 – 902 CE Shankaravarman Founded 855 AD Date dissolved 1003 | Religion Hinduism
Buddhism 855 – 883 CE Avantivarman 980 – 1003 CE Didda Capital Awantipora Historical era Middle Ages | |
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. 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.
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