Gunakamadeva was a Thakuri ruler credited with the founding of Kathmandu. He ruled from around 949 to 994 CE.[1][2]

Gunakamadeva
c.12th century image of Gunakamadeva
King of Nepal
Reignc. 949–994
PredecessorVikramadeva
SuccessorUdaydeva
DynastyThakuri
ReligionHinduism

Life

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He is also credited to have started Yenya and Lakhey Jatra.[3] He was known for his tantric abilities which was demonstrated by him entering Shantipur in Swayambhunath.[4] During his rule, he renovated Pashupatinath temple, Raktakali temple, Kankeshwari temple and Panchalinga Bhairav temple.[3]

Gunakamadeva is credited with founding Kathmandu.[5] With the development of cities, he transformed agrarian society to an industrial city trading between India and Tibet.[5]

He was succeeded by Udayadeva.[3][2]

See also

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References

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  1. ^ Encyclopædia Britannica
  2. ^ a b Regmi, D.R. (1960). Medieval Nepal: Early medieval period, 750-1350 A.D. Lucknow: Prem Printing Press.
  3. ^ a b c Nepal ka itihas (Hindi) Author:Kāśī Prasāda Śrīvāstava
  4. ^ "Sherpa World (Nepali)". Archived from the original on 2016-03-03. Retrieved 2012-12-11.
  5. ^ a b Book:Ancient Indian History And Civilization, Author:S. N. Sen
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Preceded by
Vikramadeva
King of Nepal
949–994
Succeeded by
Udaydeva