c. 319 CE – 550 CE
Gupta Dynasty Dynasty
The Gupta dynasty is traditionally regarded as the "Golden Age of India." Under the Guptas, India experienced an unprecedented flowering of literature, science, mathematics, astronomy, art, and architecture. The dynasty ruled for over 200 years.
Founder
Chandragupta I
Last Ruler
Vishnugupta
Capital
Pataliputra, Ayodhya
Contributions
Notable Contributions
1
Kalidasa's literary works
2
Aryabhata's contributions to mathematics and astronomy
3
The Iron Pillar of Delhi
4
Nalanda University
5
Classical Hindu temple architecture
6
Faxian's Chinese account of India
Rulers
Chandragupta ISamudraguptaChandragupta II (Vikramaditya)Kumaragupta ISkandaguptaBudhaguptaVishnugupta