and copper coins are notable. Particularly noteworthy is the Gajapristakar structure, made of bricks from the Mauryan period, along with remains of the Northern Black Polished Ware tradition ...

Gupta rulers acquired much of the land previously held by the Mauryan Empire, and peace and trade flourished under their rule. Detailed gold coins featuring portraits of the Gupta kings stand out ...

Under the Mauryan Empire (4th-2nd century BCE), it thrived as a trade hub, with Ashokan stupas confirming its significance. The Guptas (4th-6th century CE) further enhanced its prosperity, as ...