The Buddhist literature and Indian epics such as Mahabharata refer to the existence of Grand Trunk road even before the Maurya Empire and was called Uttarapatha or the "Northern road". …

Apr 21, 2024 · Built by the visionary ruler Sher Shah Suri during the 16th century, the road connected the bustling cities of Kolkata in India to Kabul in Afghanistan, traversing diverse …

The Grand Trunk Road (GT Road), also known as Uttarapath, Sadak-e-Azam, or Badshahi Sadak, is one of South Asia’s oldest and longest major roads. Spanning at least 2,500 years , …

The historic Grand Trunk Road is an ancient route in South Asia that stretches over 2,400 km (1500 miles) from Kabul to Kolkata. This iconic road passes through Afghanistan, Pakistan, …

Aug 26, 2021 · It was a 2500 km long route which was in ancient times known as Sadak-e-Azam, Badshahi Sarak or Sadak-e-Sher Shah. The British renamed it as the Grand Trunk Road. The …

Jul 16, 2023 · The Grand Trunk Road, also referred to as Uttarapatha in ancient times, is one of Asia’s oldest and longest major roads. It acts as a vital trade and transportation route, running …

Jul 4, 2023 · Following the Mauryan Empire, the Gupta Dynasty further expanded and maintained the Grand Trunk Road, solidifying its status as a crucial artery in the Indian subcontinent. …

Jul 3, 2023 · Grand Trunk Road has been instrumental in shaping the cultural landscape of the subcontinent. Along its expansive route, we encounter diverse communities, historical …

Dec 10, 2022 · The Grand Trunk Road was formerly known as Uttarapath, Sadak-e-Azam, or Badshahi Sadak. It is one of Asia’s oldest and longest major roads. For at least 2,500 years, it …

Grand Trunk Road. The Grand Trunk Road is as old as the hills. In Antiquity, it was known as Uttarāpatha, "the upper road", and it connected the cities of the Ganges plain (e.g., Patna), …