Description

The Chahamanas of Shakambhari, popularly known as the Chauhans of Sambhar, were an Indian dynasty that ruled parts of the present-day Rajasthan and its neighbouring areas between 7th to 12th centuries. The territory ruled by them was known as Sapadalaksha. They were the most prominent ruling family of the Chahamana (Chauhan) clan, and were categorized among Agnivanshi Rajputs in the later medieval legends. Fragment of a decorated pillar showing kirtimukha bands on the top and bottom and a ghatpallava on the lower half.