Appendix I: Timeline of Key Historical Events
Appendix I: Timeline of Key Historical Events This appendix presents a chronological overview of important events that have shaped the history, culture, and development of Himachal Pradesh. Year / Period Event Description Ancient Times Prehistoric settlements Archaeological evidence from Bangana and Nalagarh shows early human activity. Circa 500 BCE Mention in Vedic texts The region finds mention as part of Trigarta and Kuluta in ancient Hindu scriptures. 4th Century CE Gupta Empire influence Area came under Gupta control, fostering growth of art and architecture. 7th–10th Century CE Rise of regional kingdoms Establishment of princely states like Chamba, Mandi, and Kullu. 1009 CE Mahmud of Ghazni's invasion Raids led to plunder of temples and political disturbance. 18th Century Gorkha invasion Gorkhas from Nepal occupied parts of Sirmaur and Shimla. 1815–1816 Anglo-Gorkha War British East India Company defeats Gorkhas and ta...