Patan, India: Hindu Capital

Who was the most prominent king of the Chavda Empire who founded the city of Patan?

• Anhil Omkar

• Vishnu Hari

• Jain Riya

• Vanraj Chavda

In what year was the city of Patan founded?

• 746 AD

• 500 AD

• 455 AD

• 520 AD

What was the city of Patan also known as in the Middle Ages?

• Lalitpur

• Kathmandu

• Anhilwara

• Pokhara

The step-well, Ran-ki vav, in Patan is significant because:

• it is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

• It was the most noteworthy religious site.

• it was built in the 21st century.

• it is located in the Thar Desert.

What was Patan known for?

• Religious sacrifices held at the step well

• Trading center patrons of arts and architecture

• Monks chanting to the deities

• A gathering place to discuss warfare

What was the Sahasralinga Talav?

• Religious temple

• Courtyard with gardens

• Artificial water tank

• Fishing ponds

Where was the Sahasralinga Talav situated?

• Directly at the middle of the city

• At the Eastern part of the city at the entrance to the city

• NW of the city on the banks of the Sarawati River

• Next to the king’s living quarters

How long was the tank of the Sahasralinga Talav?

• 15 miles

• 26 miles

• 10 miles

• 3.1 miles

How many acres did the waterwork cover?

• 15 acres

• 42 acres

• 55 acres

• 100 acres

What was built on the large earth mound at the center of the Talav?

• Golden crows

• Statues of lions

• Shrine of Lakhori

• Aqueducts