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Hadj Jamal

Haji Jamal (born circa 1605 - died 1675) was a revered Sufi saint in India, whose spiritual influence deeply impacted the Punjab region during the 17th century. His mausoleum in Nakodar is a significant pilgrimage site.

Synonyms - Haji Jamal
Hadrian

Hadrian, born on January 24, 76 in Italica, Spain, and died on July 10, 138 in Baiae, Italy, was a Roman emperor from 117 to 138. He is known for his significant influence on Roman architecture and culture.

Han dynasty

The Han dynasty, ruling from 206 BC to 220 AD, stands as one of the longest and most influential periods in Chinese history, marked by significant advancements in politics, economy, culture, and technology.

Hanuman

Hanuman, an iconic figure in Hinduism, is the monkey god revered for his strength, bravery, and unwavering loyalty to Rama, an avatar of Vishnu.

Harihara

Harihara can refer to a syncretic avatar of Vishnu and Shiva in Hindu tradition or to Harihara I, the founder of the Vijayanagara Empire in the 14th century in South India. This article will help you distinguish between the two and select the appropriate Harihara.

Harsha

Harsha (ou Harshavardhana) est un roi du VIIe siècle, principal souverain de la dynastie Vardhana. En raison de son importance politique et culturelle, son règne fait l’objet d’une fiche dynastique distincte, bien qu’il ne fonde pas de lignée nouvelle.

Synonyms - Vardhana
Haryanka

The Haryanka dynasty was the first historically documented ruling house of Magadha, a major kingdom of ancient India, active between the 6th and 5th centuries BCE.

Hassan II

Hassan II was King of Morocco from 1961 to 1999, shaping the country’s political life through a long, centralised and often controversial reign.

Hathor

Hathor is a major goddess in ancient Egyptian religion, associated with love, fertility, motherhood, and music. She is often depicted as a woman with cow horns encircling a solar disk.

Hatshepsut

Hatshepsut, born around 1507 BCE and died in 1458 BCE, was a queen-pharaoh of ancient Egypt, ruling from 1479 to 1458 BCE. She is renowned for her grand constructions and peaceful policies.