Historical and Cultural India

History of India consists of hundreds of migrations from different parts of the world in different periods. Each and every culture have settled in this sub-continent and built their legacy. History Finder India team is at work to showcase this Historical and Cultural India.

Why History Finder India?

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India is a country with its rich history, traceable from pre-historic era. Every smallest of regions have its contribution of India’s history, bearing rich heritage. Hence history of India is always intersting but complex at times.

Historyfinder.in is launched with a purpose to make India’s history easy for all its readers.

Historic Architectures

Millions of historic architectures are still bearing India’s rich past, at every corner of this country. History Finder India team is on the job to showcase all of them with all interesting data.

Historical Places

Every place in India, be it small or large, rural or urban, possesses its own, distinguished history. History Finder India team is working with a goal to bring all of them here.

Historic Rulers

India has produced many historic rulers who had influenced the history of India to a great extent. History Finder India team is working to display all intersting facts about them in this platform.

History of India: Age Classification

Pre-historic India | The stone age India

Pre-historic India

Prehistoric India dates to early stone age, probably c. 500,000 BCE or before. It counts up to c. 7600 BCE when the copper and Bronze age started. Madrasian and Soanian cultures originate from the Pre-historic India.

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Ancient India

Ancient India started from the Neolithic or late stone age, from c. 7500 BCE. The period covers the era of Indus valley and Vedic civilization as well. History of Ancient India extends up to demise of Nanda dynasty up to 322 BCE.

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Classical India

Classical Indian history starts from the reign of Maurya dynasty from 322 BCE. The Shunga, Kanva, Kushan and Satvahana dynasties have ruled during this era up to the reign of Gupta dynasty.

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Medieval India

Medieval India starts from the reign of Chalukya dynasty from 543 CE. Later Chola and 2nd Chalukya dynasty have ruled in this period followed by Delhi Sultanate and Bengal Sultanate.

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Modern India

History of modern India starts from the 1st battle of Panipat in 1526 and beginning of Mughal dynasty rule in India. This period covers British empire in India up to the present day Republic India.

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Ashoka the Great Life History: Chandashoka to Mahashoka

Emperor Ashoka was the third ruler of the Maurya Dynasty. Ashoka the great life history is often remembered among the great Indian emperors. The third Mauryan king took the Mauryan empire to its zenith. His reign (268-232 BCE) had brought a massive religious transformation in Indian history. Samrat Ashoka the great is widely famous for his many rock and pillar edicts. He was the only king in India, who publicly announced his grievances and renounced armed conquest.

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History of Gwalior City: Uncovering Few Amazing Facts

Gwalior is a major city and a district of northern Madhya Pradesh in central India. Presently, Gwalior city is one the nine counter magnet cities around NCR. But the history of Gwalior city has even more interesting facts of several centuries, ruled by different monarchy governments. The city also introduced Gwalior Gharana, one of the oldest forms of Indian classical music. Gwalior city is also a famous tourist destination in Madhya Pradesh, India with several historical monuments.

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Republic Day of India: history and important facts

Republic Day is one of the most important and memorable days in the history of India. India became a republic nation on the 26th January in 1950, when our Constitution came into effect. India’s Republic Day therfore signifies all its struggles for independence and thereafter establishment of a self governing nation. Our Republic Day also showcases the India’s democratic values, cultural richness and unity in diversity. Therefore, Republic Day has an utmost significance in Indian history, politics and culture.

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Daulatabad Fort history | A strategic fort city near Aurangabad

Daulatabad is a medieval age fort city in Auranagbad district of Maharashtra. The fort appears on a 200 metres high conical hilltop and looks very attractive from a distance. But the most interesting part of Daulatabad fort is the architecture, which makes it among the strongest forts of medieval India. Daulatabad fort had probably been the strategic fort of most importance in entire Deccan region during medieval era. Early history of Daulatabad fort dates back to 12th century CE but the hillfort has human footprints since 100 BCE. Therefore Daulatabad fort has always remained an interesting topic for tourists and history explorers.

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Quila-e-Ark history: the ruined Mughal pride of Aurangabad

Qila-e-Ark is an historical monument at the historical city of Aurangabad, Maharashtra. Although Aurangabad is extremely rich of historical elements. But the Quila-e-Ark history, has its own distinct importance. Tragically, despite of all historical importance, the 17th century fort palace is now turned into ruins. But the glimpses of imperial Mughal pride in the city of Aurangabad is yet to be overturned.

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History of Rajasthan: Unveiling the Rich Heritage

History of Rajasthan is very unique yet very prominent contributor to Indian history, starting from stone age till Rajput and British rule. Rajasthan is a state in north western region of India with fascinating history. The state is famous for its vibrant festivals, majestic forts, stunning palaces, and rich cultural heritage. Ancient Rajasthan or Rajputana was divided into several Rajput Kingdoms. History of Rajput Kings are even more interesting, especially for their matchless bravery, patriotism and royalty. In short, history of Rajasthan represents some fascinating history of Rajput warriors to protect their kingdoms from all external and internal political powers.

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Karla Caves History: Exploring the Ancient Buddhist Architecture

India has more than 1,000 heritage sites with amazing rock-cut ancient Buddhist Architectures. Maharashtra region is mostly populated with Buddhist Caves datable from 3rd century BCE up to 7th century CE. Karla Caves near Lonavala is among the ancient rock-cut Buddhist caves with rich history of Buddhism. Karla Caves are also count among the most popular travel destination for tourists and history explorers.

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Bhaja Caves History | Exploring the Oldest Buddhist Marvel

India has more than 1,500 historical sites with amazing ancient rock-cut architecture. Bhaja Caves are recognized amongst the oldest Buddhist caves and cultural heritages in Western India. Built about 2,300 years ago, these caves are among the oldest Buddist schools spreading Buddhism in Maharashtra. Bhaja caves are therefore carrying a remarkable history on spread of Buddhism in Ancient India. Bhaja Caves also count among the top historical tourist destinations near Pune and Lonavala region.

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