The famous terra-cotta images of rivers Ganga and Yamuna from the Gupt

The famous terra-cotta images of rivers Ganga and Yamuna from the Gupta period have been found at

Ahichchhatra

Kaushambi

Rajghat

Bhitargaon

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The famous terra-cotta images of the river goddesses Ganga and Yamuna from the Gupta period have been excavated at Ahichchhatra (located in present-day Uttar Pradesh). Ahichchhatra was an important ancient city and a significant archaeological site, yielding numerous artifacts and structures from different periods, including the Gupta era. These terra-cotta panels are notable examples of Gupta art.

Ahichchhatra is a well-known archaeological site associated with Gupta period art and architecture, including specific terra-cotta representations of deities.

Images of Ganga and Yamuna as river goddesses became popular iconographic elements in temple entrances during the Gupta period, symbolizing purification and auspiciousness. Ahichchhatra was the capital of the ancient Panchala kingdom.

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