Harshavardhana(590 – 647)

Harsha

Last great classical emperor of northern India, based at Kannauj.

Harshavardhana

What you need to know

Reunited much of northern India
Capital at Kannauj
Hosted the pilgrim Xuanzang
A playwright and patron of learning

Events

Associated Places

Kannauj
Kannauj
Imperial capital of Harsha and prize of the medieval tripartite struggle.

Dynasties

Vardhana Dynasty
Vardhana Dynasty
North Indian dynasty of Harshavardhana, the last great classical emperor of the north.

Timelines

Harsha and the Age of Kannauj
Harsha and the Age of Kannauj
The last great classical empire of northern India under Harshavardhana.

Facts at a glance

Born: 590
Died: 647
Gender: MALE
Religion: BUDDHISM
Type: RULER

Significance · NATIONAL

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