South AsiaAsia
Karkota dynasty
The Karkota dynasty ruled Kashmir, and its king Lalitaditya Muktapida is described in Kalhana's chronicle Rajatarangini as a great conqueror. He built the Martand Sun Temple. The Utpala dynasty succeeded it.
Key facts
| Dates | 625 CE – 855 CE |
|---|---|
| Region | South Asia |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capitals | Parihaspur, Srinagar |
| Founder | Durlabhavardhana |
| Religion(s) | Hinduism, Buddhism |
Sources
Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.