Gunakamadeva

Gunakamadeva was a Thakuri ruler credited with the founding of Kathmandu. He ruled from around 949 to 994 CE.^[1][2]

Gunakamadeva
King of Nepal
Reign	c. 949–994
Predecessor	Vikramadeva
Successor	Udaydeva
Dynasty	Thakuri
Religion	Hinduism

Life

He is also credited to have started Yenya and Lakhey Jatra.^[3] He was known for his tantric abilities which was demonstrated by him entering Shantipur in Swayambhunath.^[4] During his rule, he renovated Pashupatinath temple, Raktakali temple, Kankeshwari temple and Panchalinga Bhairav temple.^[3]

Gunakamadeva is credited with founding Kathmandu.^[5] With the development of cities, he transformed agrarian society to an industrial city trading between India and Tibet.^[5]

He was succeeded by Udayadeva.^[3][2]

See also

• History of Kathmandu