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Pre-Historic Era

(Prior to  3500BC)

As per the available archaeological evidence, human settlements began in Kashmir thousands of years ago. The famous Neolithic sites of Burzahom and Gufkral show that the culture of Kashmir evolved and grew under a variety of influences.

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​Kashmir has been home to many strong personalities who have changed the course of its history through religious, social and administrative influence.

Personalities

Personalities

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Kashmir has rich history spanning 4500 years. There have been many landmark events in this period that have had a lasting impact on the evolution and progress.

Defining Moments

Defining Moments

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Jammu and Kashmir is known for magnificent geographical features interspersed with lakes and rivers. There have been massive changes in territory under occupation and even the place names have undergone transformation over the years.

Geographical Landscape

Geographical Landscape

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There have been various seats of socio, economic cultural and religious importance in Jammu & Kashmir which have evolved over the years as per the interests of various rulers.

Places of Interest

Places of Interest

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Shankaracharya 
(Jyesteshwara) Temple

Located on the Zabarwan Range atop Shankaracharya Hill, in Srinagar, Shankaracharya Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Adi Shankaracharya visited this temple to perform ‘Sadhana’ and this is how the temple got its present name. However, the temple predates the visit of Adi Shankaracharya by many years.

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History of Kasmira talks about Kashmir, its origin as a state and its evolution throughout the years. Rulers from ancient times, Aryans, Shaivism as a most followed religious school of thought, Pak Occupied Kashmir (POK), the heart wrenching tales of Kashmiri Pandits, who have been the victims of inhuman politics and Kashmiri scholars are some of the chapters that are covered in this book. 

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The Valley of Kashmir (1895) is a travel book by Sir Walter Roper Lawrence. The author served in the Indian Civil Service in British India as first Settlement Commissioner of Kashmir. The Valley of Kashmir is the summary of Lawrence's visit to Kashmir. The book describes the geography, culture in brief and the life of Kashmiri people under the rule of various rulers.

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Rajatarangini is a metrical legendary and historical chronicle of the north-western Indian subcontinent, particularly the kings of Kashmir. It was written in Sanskrit by Kashmiri historian Kalhana in the 12th century CE. 

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The Rajataringini provides the earliest source on Kashmir that can be labeled as a "historical" text on this region. 

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The single dominant theme of the book is Col.Tej K.Tikoo’s burning desire to set-right the distorted history and false narratives on Kashmir. In addition to people from J&K, all other Indians must also get curious about this book since it elucidates important aspects of our civilization and history. It would clear doubts about the contemporary issues faced by our state. For those interested in defence and international affairs, this is a treat.

Books on Jammu & Kashmir

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