Ghurid Sultanate

879 CE – 1215 CE · Güney Asya · Capital: Firuzköh

A sultanate that rose from the mountains of Afghanistan and conquered northern India.

Period:
879 CE – 1215 CE
Capital:
Firuzköh
Region:
Güney Asya
Type:
sultanate
Religion:
İslam (Sünni)
Language:
Farsça
Government:
Sultanlık

The forerunner of the Delhi Sultanate; a state that overthrew the Ghaznavids and played a key role in the spread of Islam to India.

Rulers (2)

Source: Wikipedia

Frequently asked questions

What was Ghurid Sultanate?
A sultanate that rose from the mountains of Afghanistan and conquered northern India.
When did Ghurid Sultanate exist?
879 CE – 1215 CE
What was the capital of Ghurid Sultanate?
Firuzköh
Where was Ghurid Sultanate located?
Güney Asya