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Encyclopedia Britannica - Main :: PAS-PER |
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PATAN (_" city ") , the name of two historic cities in India. One of these, known as Anhilwada Patan
capital of the last Hindu dynasty of Gujarat
leaf MSS.) and has manufactures of fine cotton
silk
Patan
capital of one of the three Newar kingdoms in the valley of Nepal, conquered by the Gurkhas at the end of the 18th century. It is situated close to Katmandu, on the opposite bank of the river Baghmati. The population is estimated at about 30,000, mostly Newars, who are Buddhists; and the buildings consist mainly of old Buddhist shrines and monasteries.End of Article: PATAN (_" city ") If you wish, you can link directly to this article.
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