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Early Medieval Period (6th-13th Century) |
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Central Medieval Period (13th—16th Century) |
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Late Medieval Period (16th Century onwards) |
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Delhi — A City of Seven Sisters |
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Varanasi (Banaras)
Varanasi, also known as Banaras, is an ancient city situated on the left banks of the Ganges.Varanasi
Ajmer, originally known as Ajayameru, was established by the 11th-century Chahamana king, Ajayraj Singh Chauhan. The city, surrounded by the Aravali Mountains, has a rich historical background.
Founder and Early History:
Historical References:
Ghurid Annexation:
Mughal Rule:
Notable Events and Personalities:
Ajmer Sharif Dargah
Handicrafts:
British Rule:
Madurai
Madurai, situated in Tamil Nadu along the banks of River Vaigai, is known as matiray in a 2nd-century BCE Tamil-Brahmi inscription (Iravatham Mahadevan), signifying a 'walled city.'
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Nitin Singhania Summary: Legendary Cities of Ancient and Medieval India
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Historical records identify the seven cities of Delhi as:
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