Iran & Central AsiaAsia

Ghurid dynasty

c. 786 CE – 1215 CE · about 429 years approximate dates

The Ghurids rose from the mountains of central Afghanistan to replace the Ghaznavids. Under Muhammad of Ghor they conquered northern India, laying the foundations of the Delhi Sultanate. The Khwarazmian Empire absorbed their homeland in 1215.

Key facts

Dates	c. 786 CE – 1215 CE
Region	Iran & Central Asia
Continent	Asia
Capitals	Firozkoh, Ghazni, Herat
Religion(s)	Sunni Islam
Peak extent	≈ 2 million km² (c. 1200 CE) – source

Before & after

Preceded by

Ghaznavid Empire Chahamanas of Shakambhari

Followed by

Delhi Sultanate Khwarazmian Empire

Sources

Wikipedia – Ghurid dynasty
Wikipedia – List of largest empires

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.