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Kantipur
Kantipur (; ) was a medieval kingdom in the Malla confederacy of Nepal, centered in the Kathmandu Valley. The name of the kingdom was derived from a Sanskrit name of its capital city, now known as Kathmandu. List of kings * Ratna Malla (14821520), son of Yakshya Malla, king of Nepal * Surya Malla (15201530), his son * Amara Malla (15301560), his son * Mahendra Malla (15601574), his son * Sadashiva Malla (15741578), his son * Siva Simha Malla (15781619), his brother * Lakshmi Narasimha Malla (16191641), his grandson * Pratap Malla (r. 16411674), his son * Nripendra Malla (16741680), his son * Parthibendra Malla (16801687), his brother * Bhupalendra Malla (16871700), his son * Bhaskara Malla (17001722), his son, also king of Lalitpur (17171722) under the name Mahindrasimha Malla * Jagajjaya Malla (17221736), great-grandson of Pratap Malla * Jaya Prakash Malla (17361746), his son * Jyoti Prakash Malla (17461750) * Jaya Prakash Malla (17501769), restored See also ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Siva Simha Malla
Siva Simha Malla (), also known as Shiva Simha or Shivasimha, was a Malla (Nepal), Malla ruler and the sixth king of Kingdom of Kantipur, Kantipur. He started his reign on 1578 after deposing his brother Sadashiva Malla. Life His brother, Sadashiva Malla, was a decadent King and was deposed by Shivasimha Malla and the general public in 1578 and forced into exile to Kingdom of Bhadgaon, Bhadgaon. Shivasimha was then crowned as the King of Kingdom of Kantipur, Kantipur Shivasimha Malla was of simple nature, but an ambitious king. He annexed Kingdom of Lalitpur, Patan in around 1600 which was then ruled by the descendants of Vishnusimha since the time of disintegration after Jayayakshya Malla, Yakshya Malla. He then conquered Dolakha and brought it under the control of Kingdom of Kantipur, Kantipur. He first installed his son Harihara Simha as the governor of Kingdom of Lalitpur, Patan. Harihara Simha died shortly afterwards, and his eldest son Siddhi Narasimha Malla was the gov ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kingdom Of Lalitpur
The Kingdom of Lalitpur, also known as Patan, () was a kingdom ruled by the Malla dynasty of Nepal established in 1482 after King Yaksha Malla's death. His sons divided the kingdom into four parts: Bhaktapur, Kantipur, Lalitpur, and Banepa. In 1768, It became part of the Gorkha Kingdom―present day Kingdom of Nepal―after an aggressive unification campaign launched by Prithvi Narayan Shah. Prior history Aridev Malla started the Malla dynasty and ruled over the entire Kathmandu Valley from 1202. The lineage of Aridev ended with Jayadeva Malla in 1258, thereafter Patan was ruled alternately from Bhadgaon, and Banepa by the Tripuras, and the Bhontas. The monarchs, however, held almost non-significant control over Patan and the local lords had much of the authority as evidenced by the failed seizure of Bhadgaon by the local lords. After Jayasthiti Malla imprisoned and killed fifty-three prominent leaders of Patan, the local lords surrendered their complete authority to ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lakshmi Narasimha Malla
Lakshmi Narasimha Malla (also spelled Lakshminarasimha or Laxminarasimha) () was a Malla ruler and the seventh king of Kantipur. He was the youngest son of Harihara Simha and succeeded his grandfather Shivasimha Malla in 1619 as the King of Kantipur. Reign The reign of Lakshminarasimha started when his grandfather Shivasimha Malla died in 1619. Kantipur had annexed Patan during the reign of Shivasimha Malla but after his death, Siddhi Narasimha Malla declared Patan independent and hence Laxminarasimha only ruled Kantipur. Lakshminarasimha had a ''Kaji'' (minister) named Bhima Malla. Bhima Malla was sent to Tibet to negotiate a trade treaty. He succeeded in concluding a favorable treaty to Kantipur but after his return, other ministers conspired and accused him of trying to replace the King. The conspirators were successful, and Bhima Malla was sent to death. The then tradition dictated that his wife be burnt along in her husband's pyre ( Sati). It is said that she, abou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bhaskara Malla
Bhaskara Malla (also known as Mahindrasimha Malla) ( Nepali: भास्कर मल्ल) was a Malla ruler and the twelfth king of Kantipur. He succeeded his father Bhupalendra Malla in 1700 as the King of Kantipur and also ruled Patan under the name Mahindrasimha Malla from 1717 until his death in 1722. Reign Kantipur Bhaskara Malla became the King of Kantipur when he was 4 years old. His mother Bhuwanalakshmi acted as the regent until he came of age and maintained friendly relations with the neighboring kingdoms of Patan, and Bhadgaon. Bhaskara Malla once went on an expedition in Terai and captured several elephants. After that he assumed the title of ''Gajapati'' (). Patan After the death of Riddhi Narasimha Malla of Patan in 1717, there were no legitimate heirs. The Kajis of Patan wanted Ranajit Malla, the then heir apparent of Bhadgaon, to take over as the King of Patan. Due to the influence of Yogamati, Bhaskara Malla was proclaimed as the king. He i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jaya Prakash Malla
Jaya Prakash Malla (Newar: ) was the last king of Kantipur () which corresponds to present-day Kathmandu. He ruled from 1736 to 1746 after succeeding his father Jagajjaya Malla, and then from 1750 until his death in 1769. Early life Jayaprakash Malla's elder brother and the heir apparent of Kantipur Rajendra Malla died when he was young. Some courtiers and nobles requested the king to declare Jayaprakash's younger brother Rajyaprakash the heir instead of Jayaprakash. Jayaprakash's rivalry with the nobles began after the king decided that Jayaprakash would succeed him after his death. Reign Conflict with brothers He ascended the throne after his father died in 1736. Suspecting a ''coup'' from his brother and the nobles, he expelled his brother Rajyaprakash during the time of mourning for his father. Rajyaprakash was adopted as the heir by Vishnu Malla, the then King of Patan. After a short while, some palace officials conspired and proclaimed his younger brother Narendr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sadashiva Malla
Sadashiva Malla was a king of the Malla dynasty and the fifth king of Kantipur. He succeeded his father Mahendra Malla and ruled from 1574 to 1578. Reign Sadashiva Malla succeeded as the King of Kantipur after the death of Mahendra Malla. He was involved in extreme profligacy and a feeling of resentment arose among the public during his short reign. He was supposedly once captured and beaten severely by the public. He was eventually driven out of Kantipur by his brother and the general public, and he took shelter in Bhadgaon, where his forced exile lasted until he died in 1581. After his deposition, his brother, Shivasimha Malla, took charge of the kingdom and expanded the territory of Kantipur Kantipur (; ) was a medieval kingdom in the Malla confederacy of Nepal, centered in the Kathmandu Valley. The name of the kingdom was derived from a Sanskrit name of its capital city, now known as Kathmandu. List of kings * Ratna Malla (148 .... References {{DEF ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pratap Malla
Pratap Malla (1624–1674 A.D.) was a Malla dynasty (Nepal), Malla king and the eighth Kingdom of Kantipur, King of Kantipur from 1641 until his death in 1674. He attempted to unify Kathmandu Valley by conquering Lalitpur and Bhaktapur, but failed in the effort. He was successful in extending and securing the borders of Kantipur and was responsible for the monopoly over trade with Tibet. The resulting prosperity led to the construction of the majority of the buildings around Durbar Square during his reign. His reign is seen as a cultural and economic high point of the Malla dynasty. A statue of Pratap Malla is found standing on a column facing the palace in the square. His image can also be seen in the niche above the Hanuman Dhoka Palace gate. The niche above the gate is Krishna in his ferocious tantric aspect, flanked by more gentle, amorous Krishna surrounded by ''Gopi#Prominent gopis, gopinis'', and by King Pratap Malla playing a lute, and his queen. Life He was born to hi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jagajjaya Malla
Jagajjaya Malla ( Nepali: जगज्जय मल्ल) was a Malla ruler and the thirteenth king of Kantipur, comprising the Kathmandu Valley. He succeeded Bhaskara Malla in 1722 as the King of Kantipur. Jagajjaya was the grandson of Mahipatendra Malla (son of Pratap Malla). Reign Jagajjaya Malla's reign was generally peaceful and no any significant battles took place during his reign although minor disputes repeated frequently with Bhupatindra Malla of Bhadgaon. Relationship with Patan was better because his daughter was married to the king of Patan, Vishnu Malla. He also received tributes from the kings of Morang, and Makawanpur. He issued mohar coins that contained his grandfather's (Mahipatendra Malla) as well as his wife's name. Following him, the later kings also inscribed Mahipatendra Malla's name in the coins. During his reign, Prithvi Narayan Shah had extended his kingdom as far as Nuwakot. Life He had a total of 5 sons. His eldest son Rajendra Mal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bhupalendra Malla
Bhupalendra Malla () was a Malla ruler and the eleventh king of Kantipur. He succeeded his father Parthibendra Malla in 1687 as the King of Kantipur. Reign Bhupalendra was just eight years old when he ascended the throne. His mother Riddhilakshmi acted as the regent. A minister named Lakshminarayan became the Chief Minister and supreme authority in the realm and even inscribed his name on the coins issued by Bhupalendra Malla. Lakshminarayan assassinated Chikuti, a prominent minister during the reign of Parthibendra Malla, and other significant nobles. Lakshminarayan was assassinated in 1690 following a rumor of illicit relationship with the regent, Riddhilkakshmi. Bhupalendra's relationship with his mother gradually worsened and he soon started undertaking the administration. He was fond of military activity but never had any significant battles with the neighboring kingdoms. He died in 1700 at the age of 21 during his pilgrimage in Ayodhya and was succeeded by his son Bha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nripendra Malla
Nripendra Malla () was a Malla ruler and the ninth king of Kantipur. He ascended the throne in 1674 following the death of his father, Pratap Malla. Reign Pratap Malla intended for his youngest son, Mahipendra Malla, to succeed him as king. However, due to concerns from neighboring kingdoms regarding the succession, Mahipendra Malla had to yield to his elder brothers, Nripendra Malla and Parthibendra Malla. The Kingdom of Patan played a significant role in supporting Nripendra's ascension to the throne of Kantipur Kantipur (; ) was a medieval kingdom in the Malla confederacy of Nepal, centered in the Kathmandu Valley. The name of the kingdom was derived from a Sanskrit name of its capital city, now known as Kathmandu. List of kings * Ratna Malla (148 .... Nripendra's reign was relatively insignificant, with the actual governance of the kingdom being exercised by his brother, Parthibendra Malla. In fact, the Vamshavalis (genealogies) do not mention Nripendra Malla a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kathmandu Metropolitan City
Kathmandu () is the capital and largest city of Nepal, situated in the central part of the country within the Kathmandu Valley. As per the 2021 Nepal census, it has a population of 845,767 residing in 105,649 households, with approximately 4 million people in the surrounding metropolitan area. The city stands at an elevation of 4,344 feet (1,324 metres) above sea level. Recognized as one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the world, Kathmandu's history dates back to the 2nd century AD. Historically known as the ''Nepal Mandala'', the valley has been the cultural and political hub for the Newar people, a significant Civilization, urban civilization in the Himalayas, Himalayan region. Kathmandu served as the royal capital of the Kingdom of Nepal and is home to numerous palaces, temples, and gardens reflecting its rich heritage. Since 1985, it has hosted the headquarters of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). Today, Kathmandu remains the epice ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Parthibendra Malla
Parthibendra Malla () was a Malla ruler and the tenth king of Kantipur. He succeeded his brother Nripendra Malla who died in 1680. Reign Parthibendra had earlier colluded with his brother Nripendra Malla to install the latter as the king instead of Mahipatendra Malla, their brother and the actual heir. Even during the reign of Nripendra Malla, Parthibendra was the one controlling the city and after Nripendra's death in 1680, Parthibendra Malla succeeded him as the king of Kantipur. Pathibendra was poisoned to death in 1687 and as many as twenty-four women went Sati. His wife, Riddhilakshmi, however, did not went Sati. He was succeeded by his son Bhupalendra Malla Bhupalendra Malla () was a Malla ruler and the eleventh king of Kantipur. He succeeded his father Parthibendra Malla in 1687 as the King of Kantipur. Reign Bhupalendra was just eight years old when he ascended the throne. His mother Riddhila .... References {{DEFAULTSORT:Malla. Parthibendra Mal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
