Where is Da-Parbatia Temple located?

The correct answer is Assam . Key Points The Da-Parbatia temple ruins are located in the village of Dah Parbatia , situated near the town of Tezpur in the Sonitpur district of Assam . It is recognized as one of the oldest and most significant archaeological sites in Northeast India , representing the architectural excellence of the Gupta period (circa 6th century CE ). The site is most famous for its intricately carved stone doorframe (doorway), which is considered one of the finest examples of Gupta-era art in the region. The doorjambs of the temple feature the iconic depictions of the river goddesses Ganga and Yamuna , standing at the base with fly-whisks and garlands, a hallmark of classical Gupta iconography . The ruins suggest that the original structure was a brick temple dedicated to Lord Shiva , which served as a foundation for a later temple built during the Ahom reign . The site was discovered and brought to prominence after the devastating Assam earthquake of 1897 , which revealed the ancient stone remains under the ruins of a later structure. Additional Information Tezpur and Cultural Heritage : Commonly known as the Cultural Capital of Assam , Tezpur is located on the north bank of the Brahmaputra River . The city is historically linked to the legend of King Banasura and the mythological battle (Usha-Aniruddha episode) between Lord Krishna and Lord Shiva . Other notable historical sites in Tezpur include the Agnigarh hillock, the Cole Park , and the ancient Mahabhairav Temple . Architectural Significance : The Da-Parbatia doorframe showcases the transition from Early Gupta to Late Gupta styles, featuring motifs like foliated scrolls and mythical creatures ( Ganas ). The site is protected and maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) as a monument of national importance. The discovery of such Gupta-style architecture in Assam proves the deep cultural and artistic integration of the Kamarupa Kingdom with the rest of the Indian subcontinent during the first millennium.