Tuni - History

History

Tuni may be a historical site dated back to 1st century CE in connection with Buddhism, which flourished in the nearby hillocks and villages such as Gopalapatnam, Satyavaram and KummariLova nearby to the city of Tuni on the banks of Thandava River. The Buddhist monks would have resided in Kummarilova village (Kummararam) from the 2nd century CE to 6th century CE and propagated Buddhism. The Buddhist ‘aramas’ and ‘stupas’ found in the village are testimony for their presence, they said. This village is being called ‘Panchasheela Buddhist centre’ as five Buddhist ‘stupas’ were found here in recent times.Archaeology authorities have found a Buddhist site at Kummarilova of Tuni during a general survey carried out recently in the area.

Modern History is in connection with the Kshatriyas of Vatsavai Dynasty. Tuni is a famous marketplace since 19th Century CE. Tuni Railway station has an important prominence on the Howrah-Madras railway line during the time of British India and also after Independence.


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