Kashmir: Ancient Hindu murtis and Shivlings unearthed in Anantnag, hinting at a Mandir from Karkota Dynasty Era

During a spring restoration project in the Salia area of Aishmuqam, Anantnag district, workers unearthed ancient Hindu idols and Shivlings, sparking cultural and academic interest. The site, known as Karkoot Nag, is revered by Kashmiri Pandits and believed to be historically linked to the Karkota dynasty, which ruled Kashmir from 625 to 855 CE. The discovery, made by Public Works Department laborers, includes multiple Shivlings and a pillar fragment adorned with deity carvings, suggesting the remnants of a temple from that era. This archaeological find not only reinforces the region’s Hindu heritage but also hints at the existence of a significant mandir that may have stood during the Karkota dynasty’s reign. The unearthed artifacts are seen as a testament to Kashmir’s ancient spiritual and architectural legacy.

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