Chahamanas of Shakambhari
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The Chahamanas of Shakambhari, colloquially known as the Chauhans of Sambhar or Chauhans of Ajmer, were an Indian dynasty that ruled parts of the present-day Rajasthan and neighbouring areas in India, between the 6th and 12th centuries. The territory ruled by them was known as Sapadalaksha. They were the most prominent ruling family of the Chahamana (Chauhan) Rajput clan.
Visaladeva inscription on the Delhi-Topra pillar, 12th century.
The Harshnath temple was commissioned by the Chahamana rulers
Bisaldeo temple commissioned by Vigraharaja IV
Tomara dynasty
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The Tomara dynasty ruled parts of present-day Delhi and Haryana in India during 8th-12th century. Their rule over this region is attested to by multiple inscriptions and coins. In addition, much of the information about them comes from medieval bardic legends. They belonged to the Tomar clan of the Rajputs.
Lal Kot - The fort built by Anangpal Tomar.
Vishnu, 10-11th century, Punjab, India. Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Fortified walls of one of the first fortresses in Delhi, Lal Kot, was built by Raja Anangpal Tomar II in 1052
The construction of the Suraj Kund is attributed to a Tomara king