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Gunakamadeva
c.12th century image of Gunakamadeva
King of Nepal
Reignc. 949–994
PredecessorVikramadeva
SuccessorUdaydeva
DynastyThakuri
ReligionHinduism

Gunakamadeva was a Thakuri ruler credited with the founding of Kathmandu. He ruled from around 949 to 994 CE.[1][2]

Life

He is also credited to have started Yenya and Lakhey Jatra.[3] He was known for his tantric abilities which was demonstrated by him entering Shantipur in Swayambhunath.[4] During his rule, he renovated Pashupatinath temple, Raktakali temple, Kankeshwari temple and Panchalinga Bhairav temple.[3]

Gunakamadeva is credited with founding Kathmandu.[5] With the development of cities, he transformed agrarian society to an industrial city trading between India and Tibet.[5]

He was succeeded by Udayadeva.[3][2]

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References

Preceded by
Vikramadeva
King of Nepal
949–994
Succeeded by
Udaydeva