X was the King of Paurava, an ancient state within the territory of modern day Punjab located between the Jhelum and the Chenab rivers. X fought Y in the Battle of the Jhelum River in 326 BC.
Who are X and Y?
Tag: Alexander the Great
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The origin of this region goes back 4,000 years, making it one of the oldest cities in the world. It has served as a small capital for the ancient Egyptian empire, sieged by Alexander the Great and involved in the Crusades. It has changed hands multiple times from Persians, Ottomans to the British after World War I.
In its current state, it has been reduced to a size of just 365 km2, blockaded on all sides & called the world’s largest open-air prison.
Which region am I talking about?