Kalhana notes in Rajatarangini that Ashoka built the city of Srinagari in the 3rd century BC.
As per Kalhana, the treasury of this shrine was plundered by King Sangramraja of Kashmir (1003-28 AD), during King Uccala's time (1101 - 1111 AD) and later by the rebel baron Hayavadana [REF].