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Vanraj Chavda

8th century · 8th century · Also known as Vanaraja

Vanraj Chavda, or Vanaraja, was the founder of the Chavda dynasty of Gujarat in the 8th century. According to Jain chronicles written centuries later, he was raised by a Jain monk after his father's death in battle and founded the city of Anahilavada (Patan) around 746, which remained the capital of Gujarat for over five centuries. His history is largely legendary, but he is celebrated in Gujarati tradition.

Vanraj Chavda
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Chavda dynasty

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