Who Were the Karkotas, the Ancient Rulers of Kashmir Whose Remains Still Exist?

In Episode 15 of #HistoryTalks, #MasoodHussain speaks with scholar, author and academic Dr #AltafHussainParra about the rise and expansion of the Karkota dynasty, one of the most powerful ruling houses in the history of Kashmir. The dynasty’s most celebrated ruler, #LalitadityaMuktapida, is remembered for the scale of his ambitions and the extent of his empire. Dr Parra traces the emergence of the Karkotas, their political and cultural expansion, and the remarkable architectural remains that still offer glimpses of the power and grandeur of their rule. Who were the Karkotas? How did they build such a formidable empire? And what do the surviving remains tell us about the Kashmir of their time? Watch the conversation. 🎥✂️: #MysaraHassan