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Tarikh Episode 544

In This Episode Niharika talks about the Grand Trunk Road. It is one of the oldest and longest highways in South Asia, stretching over 1,500 miles from Chittagong, Bangladesh to Kabul, Afghanistan. It was initially built by the Mauryan Empire to facilitate trade and transportation between their capital city, Pataliputra (modernday Patna in India), and other important cities located in the northwest region.

The Grand Trunk Road has a long and significant history dating back to the Mauryan period in India, around the third century BCE. The road was initially constructed to facilitate trade and transportation, and over time, various rulers, including the Mughals and the British, expanded and improved the road to connect important administrative centers and military garrisons, making it an essential road during the Great Game between Russia and Britain in the 19th century.

Sher Shah Suri, a Pashtun ruler and military commander of the Suri dynasty, made significant contributions to the Grand Trunk Road during the 16th century. He introduced a system of caravanserais to provide security and shelter for travelers, extended the road to connect important centers, and standardized the system of weights and measures to facilitate trade and commerce.

Over the centuries, the road has undergone numerous changes and extensions, and today passes through several historic cities such as Lahore, Amritsar, Delhi, Agra, and Peshawar. The Grand Trunk Road is not just a road but a cultural and historical icon, connecting various religions, cultures, and civilizations from the past along its length.

Some of the significant landmarks that are situated on the Grand Trunk Road include the Red Fort in Delhi, the Harmandir Sahib Golden Temple in Amritsar, the Badshahi Mosque in Lahore, the Khyber Pass near Peshawar, and the ancient city of Taxila in Pakistan.

The road is also known for its vibrant local markets, diverse cultural and ethnic communities, and culinary delights, including traditional foods like kebabs, biryanis, and various sweets. With its vast history and diverse cultural significance, the Grand Trunk Road remains a significant and vital transport route of South Asia.

Today the Grand Trunk Road remains a vital artery of commerce and transportation throughout South Asia, connecting major cities and playing a significant role in the economic and social development of the region.

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