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Mlechchha

The Mlechchha dynasty ruled Assam from the 4th to the 8th century and is known for constructing the Maa Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, a major regional site.

Moses

Moses is a central biblical figure, recognized as the prophet and lawgiver who led the Israelites out of Egypt and delivered the Ten Commandments.

Mount Kaylash

Mount Kailash is a sacred mountain located in the Tibet region. It is revered by several religions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bön, and is considered the spiritual center of the universe.

Mount Meru

Mount Meru is a mythical mountain in Hinduism, regarded as the center of the universe and the abode of the gods. It is frequently depicted in Hindu iconography and temples.

Synonyms - Sumeru
Mount Olympus

Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece and is famous in Greek mythology as the home of the Olympian gods.

Mughal

The Mughals were a dynasty that ruled over much of India from the 16th to the 19th century, famous for their lavish architecture and rich cultural heritage.

Synonyms - Moghol, Mughals
Muhammad

Muhammad (570–632) is the central figure of Islam and is regarded by Muslims as the final prophet. He transmitted the Qur’an, the holy book of Islam, and established a religious and political community in 7th-century Arabia.

Synonyms - Muḥammad ibn ʿAbd Allāh
Muhammad Momin

Muhammad Momin (born circa 1600 - died 1675) was a renowned Mughal architect, best known for his contributions to funerary architecture in India, including the Tomb of Haji Jamal in Nakodar.

Mukteshvara

Mukteshvara is a form of Shiva, worshipped as the "Lord of Liberation." The Mukteshvara Temple in Bhubaneswar is renowned for its Kalinga-style architecture.

Mumtaz Mahal

Mumtaz Mahal, born on April 27, 1593, and died on June 17, 1631, was the beloved wife of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Her memory is immortalized by the construction of the Taj Mahal, one of the most famous monuments in the world.

Synonyms - Arjumand Banu Begum