Turkic yet a patron of Irano-Persian culture, this dynasty grew into the most powerful Turkic state in the Islamic world. It reached its zenith under Sultan Mahmud.
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Frequently asked questions
- What was The Founding of the Ghaznavid State?
- The Samanid commander Alptigin founded an independent state at Ghazna; under his successor Sebüktegin the Ghaznavid dynasty was consolidated.
- When did The Founding of the Ghaznavid State happen?
- 962 CE
- Where did The Founding of the Ghaznavid State take place?
- Gazne (Afganistan)