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2 days ago · The Ghaznavid sultans of eastern Afghanistan were only one among several such Turkish ruling houses. In the 11th and 12th centuries, as Mahmud of Ghazni’s successors pushed eastwards and annexed north Indian territory, the Ghaznavid court actively patronized Persian literary culture at its capital in Lahore.
2 days ago · The South Palace, the crown jewel of Lashkari Bazar, spans an impressive 170×100 meters. Founded by Mahmud of Ghazni (998-1030 AD) and expanded by his son Masud I (1030-41 AD), this palace served as the Ghaznavid rulers’ winter retreat. The South Palace boasted rich decorations, including stucco, paintings, frescoes, and carved marble panels ...
1 day ago · Quṭb Mīnār (1199)—a minaret built for the Muslim ruler Quṭb al-Dīn Aibak—and the Alai Darwāza domed gateway (1311) at the Qūwat-ul-Islām mosque, Delhi. (more) When Quṭb al-Dīn Aybak assumed authority over the Ghūrid possessions in India, he moved from the neighbourhood of Delhi to Lahore.
1 day ago · Mahmud of Ghazni took the title of sultan, as opposed to the "amir" that had been in more common usage, signifying the Ghaznavid Empire's independence from caliphal authority, despite Mahmud's ostentatious displays of Sunni orthodoxy and ritual submission to the caliph.
5 days ago · Mahmud of Ghazni, who is known to be the first independent ruler of Ghazni, was the son of Sabuktigin. He ruled from 998 to 1030 AD. He belonged to Sunni sect of Muslims. He was the first Muslim who invade India to such a deep extent and expanded his empire to a very large part of Central Asia.
6 days ago · The history of Somnath Mandir tells a story of devotion, challenges, and strength. According to belief, it was first built in gold by the Moon God, Soma. Throughout its history, the temple has been rebuilt multiple times, from its destruction by Mahmud of Ghazni in the 11th century to its recent restoration after Indian independence.
3 days ago · Watch the video "Who was Mehmud Ghaznavi? || Complete documentary || Urdu/Hindi" and learn about the leadership and struggling life of Sultan Mehmud Ghaznavi...
