Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c11.84
Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c11.84
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In 8th and 9th centuries CE, Buddhism declined in India. Islamic forces began to invade India, and constantly brought hard hit to Buddhism. Many magnificent temples were destroyed, and innumerable monks vanished without a trace. By early 13th century, Buddhism almost died out in India. Subsequently, India-China art exchange basically interrupted.