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Pala Empire

c. 750 CE – c. 1161 CE · about 411 years approximate dates

The Pala Empire ruled Bengal and Bihar and was the last great patron of Buddhism in India, supporting the universities of Nalanda and Vikramashila. It was replaced by the Sena dynasty.

Key facts

Datesc. 750 CE – c. 1161 CE
RegionSouth Asia
ContinentAsia
CapitalsPataliputra, Gauda, Vikramapura
FounderGopala
Religion(s)Buddhism, Hinduism

Before & after

Preceded by

Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty

Followed by

Sena dynasty

In the Islamic timeline

  • Buddhism — Patrons of Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism.

Sources

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