Person590–647
Harsha
Harshavardhana, king of Thanesar and from 606 ruler of Kannauj, whose empire covered much of northern India until his death in 647. He was defeated by the Chalukya king Pulakeshin II on the Narmada, and Xuanzang praised his justice and generosity.
- Dates
- c. 590 – 647
- Events
- 3 events
- Regions
- South Asia, East Asia
- In the threads
- South Asia (6th–10th c.), East Asia (6th–10th c.)
Events
- Pulakeshin II repulses Harsha on the Narmadabetween 610 and 619 · South Asia
- Reign of Harsha, emperor of Kannauj606–647 · South Asia
- Xuanzang’s journey to India629 – 8 February 645 · East Asia