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  chawra.com: Info on Usa tips,matrimonial,indian history and more..
The description of Vanraj Chawda is found in the literature of Solanki dynasty.
Vanraj Challenged him "Stay where you are, Vania (a caste in gujarati famous for trading).
The concept that Vanraj followed the path of theft and robbery to obtain back his father's kingdom played an important role in corrupting their mind.
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  Chavda Kingdom - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Chavda Kingdom was a Hindu Rajput dynasty which ruled northern Gujarat from 746 to 942.
The first king of the Chavda Kingdom was Jayshikhari Chavda, who was assassinated before his son Vanraj Chavda was born.
Vanraj Chavda went on to be the most successful Chavda ruler, founding historical cities such as Anhilpur Patan and Champaner.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Chavda_Kingdom   (144 words)

  
 Patan, Information about Patan, Patan Tour
This town was founded by the Vanraj Chavda in 746 AD and enjoyed a privileged status of the capital of Gujarat, for about 600 years.
The urban structure of the town is made of several places known as ‘Pols’.
Patan was founded by the Vanraj Chavda in 746 AD.
www.indovacations.net /english/Patan_about.htm   (474 words)

  
 CHAVDA KINGDOM Articles The Chavda Kingdom was a Hindu Rajp
The Chavda Kingdom was a Hindu Rajput dynasty which ruled northern Gujarat from 746 to 942.
The first king of the Chavda Kingdom was Jayshikhari Chavda, who was assassinated before his son Vanraj Chavda was born.
Vanraj Chavda went on to be the most successful Chavda ruler, founding historical cities such as Anhilpur Patan and Champaner.
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 Thief kills cop in Gujarat's police station - Printer Friendly Page - Crime/Accident - Telugu Portal   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
The accused, Vanraj Chavda attacked assistant sub-inspector Ramkrishna Parab when the latter was serving food Monday night, said Anand District Superintendent of Police B.S. Jebaliya.
"Chavda attacked the officer apparently to get hold of keys of his handcuffs and smashed his head against the wall.
Chavda, a resident of Kankhanda village of Vadodara district, was detained Monday for stealing a motorcycle.
www.teluguportal.net /modules/news/print.php?storyid=11658   (141 words)

  
 Patan city of Gujarat- India
The city is believed to have been built during the reign of Vira Deva in 299 A.D. Vanraj Chavda, founded it in 746 AD and Patan enjoyed a privileged status of capital of Gujarat, for about 600 years from 746 AD to 1411 AD.
The major Rajput clans of Chavdas (746-942 AD), Solanki (942-1244 AD) and Vaghalas (1244-1304 AD) ruled Gujarat from Patan.
The glory of Patan reached its zenith during the Solanki period - the golden age of Gujarat.
www.bharatheritage.in /gujarat/patan.htm   (391 words)

  
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In the year 802 of the Vikram era, this city was named Anhilpur Patan.
The brave king Vanraj Chavda brought this idol here from Panchasara, the birthplace of his ancestors and got the idol installed here under the auspices of Shri Sheelagunsuriji.
This idol, therefore, became famous as Panchasara Parshvanath.
www.jaintirths.com /gujrat/patan.htm   (285 words)

  
 Champaner city of Gujarat- India
Champaner is an ancient fort located at the foothills of Pavagadh, The town derives its name from the Champa tree.
It also gets this name from its founder Champaraj, a contemporary of King Vanraj Chavda of Anhilwada.
It is located in Panchamahal District, 47 kilometres from the city of Vadodara.
www.bharatheritage.in /gujarat/champaner.htm   (370 words)

  
 1Up India > India > Gujarat > Anand city - Gujarat
Champaner lies at the foot of Pavagadh Fort.
It was founded by Vanraj Chavda, the founder of Hindu rule in Gujarat in 8th century AD.
He named it after the name of his friend Champa.
www.1upindia.com /states/gujarat/anand.html   (292 words)

  
 Articles - Patan, Gujarat   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
Patan is an ancient fortified town, founded in 746 by Vanraj Chavda, the most prominent king of the Chavda Kingdom.
The major Rajput clans of Chavdas (746-942), Solankis (942-1244) and Vaghelas (1244-1304) ruled the Hindu Kingdom of Gujarat from Patan.
Patan was the home of the great scholar and author Hemachandra, a Jain Acharya who lived duing (1089 -1172).
www.gaple.com /articles/Patan,_Gujarat?mySession=5ec94b8914ca05f11ecfa84e49bfbd4c   (472 words)

  
 Patan: Weaving Tradition With Taste - Look In - Express Travel & Tourism
The capital of Gujarat till Ahmed Shah shifted it to Ahmedabad in 1411 AD, Patan is famous for its exquisite silk saris and the magnificent step - well, Rani-ki-vav.
An ancient fortified town founded by Vanraj Chavda in 746 AD, the older quarters of this bustling modern town is a labyrinth of interesting streets overlooked by carved balconies and lintels of Muslim havelis, marble domes and canopies of Jain temples.
Patan, which served several Rajput dynasties reached its zenith during the Solanki rule between eight and twelveth centuries.
www.expresstravelworld.com /20021130/lookin6.shtml   (524 words)

  
 Patan: Weaving Tradition With Taste - Look In - Express Travel & Tourism
The capital of Gujarat till Ahmed Shah shifted it to Ahmedabad in 1411 AD, Patan is famous for its exquisite silk saris and the magnificent step - well, Rani-ki-vav.
An ancient fortified town founded by Vanraj Chavda in 746 AD, the older quarters of this bustling modern town is a labyrinth of interesting streets overlooked by carved balconies and lintels of Muslim havelis, marble domes and canopies of Jain temples.
Patan, which served several Rajput dynasties reached its zenith during the Solanki rule between eight and twelveth centuries.
www.expresstravelandtourism.com /20021130/lookin6.shtml   (524 words)

  
 Champaner Travel, Tour Packages, Tours, Hotels, Holidays Or Vacation In Champaner
Champaner is an ancient fort located at the foothills of Pavagadh.
The town derives its name from the Champa tree or from Champaraj founder of the town, a contemporary of King Vanraj Chavda of Anhilwada.
The famous Muslim king of Gujarat, Muhammad Begada captured the fort in late 15th century after a long siege against the Khichi Chauhan Rajputs.
us.makemytrip.com /destination/champaner/champaner.htm   (487 words)

  
 Patan - District in Gujarat, India
Patan has numerous Hindu and Jain temples as well as Muslim mosques.
Patan is an ancient fortified town, founded in 746 by Vanraj Chavda, the most prominent king of the Chavda Kingdom.
He named the city Anhilpur Patan after his close friend and Prime Minister Anhil.
www.gloriousindia.com /places/gj/patan.html   (396 words)

  
 JAIN HERITAGE CENTRES- GUJRAT- PATAN   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-29)
In the year 802 of the Vikram era, this city was named Anhilpur Patan.
King Vanraj Chavda brought this idol here from Panchasara, the birth place of his ancestors and got the idol installed here under the presence of Shri Sheelagunsuriji.
This idol, therefore, became famous as Panchasara Parshwanatha.
www.jainheritagecentres.com /gujarat/patan.htm   (243 words)

  
 Chawra.com
Tomorrow mornig I am having my exam of Indian Culture paper two and I could not get any material for my subject.
There are very few hours left in my paper and I was nervous but I tried searching Mulraj solanki and Vanraj chavda etc and a found this site...
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