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Suraj Sen (later known as Suraj Pal) was a legendary petty noble who founded the fortress and city of Gwalior. Legendary accounts differ as to the claimed timeframe, from 375 AD to 700 AD. Per legend, Suraj was a leper who was healed by the hermit-saint Gwalipa after bringing water from a stream to the hermit.
According to legend, Gwalipa cured the local chieftain Suraj Sen of leprosy, and in gratitude, Suraj Sen founded the city of Gwalior in his name. [8] The old name of the hill on which the fort is situated is recorded in ancient Sanskrit inscriptions as Gopagiri. [3]
Dec 3, 2016 · Suraj Sen, a Gurjar Pratihar king, was hunting in the dense forests of Gopgiri, modern Gwalior. Thirsty by then, he met sage Gwalipa there.
The construction of the fort is associated with a legend and hence, the exact date of its construction is unknown. The legend has it that a local king named Suraj Sen ruled this region in 3 CE. The king developed leprosy, a deadly disease which couldn’t be cured in those days.
Mar 17, 2024 · Our guide Mohd Razvi, a fourth-generation guide delves into the story of Gwalior: according to the legend, a 3rd century Rajput chieftain named Suraj Sen, who was suffering from leprosy was...
Nov 17, 2018 · • According to the history a prince named Suraj sen of Kachhwaha clan of 8th century, lost his way while pacing in the jungle for hunting. • After some time of wandering he reached an isolated hill.
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According to a legend, Gwalior was once ruled by a king named Suraj Sen. A time came when he was suffering from leprosy which was incurable. A sage named Gwalipa gave him water from a sacred pond which cured his disease. In order to honour the sage, the king constructed the fort.
