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