Unveiling the Enigmatic Indus Lost Civilizations: A Journey Through the Lost Cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro

In the heart of the Indian subcontinent, nestled amidst the fertile plains of the Indus River, lies the remnants of an ancient civilization that once flourished for over 1,500 years. The Indus Valley Civilization, also known as the Harappan Civilization, is one of the most enigmatic and fascinating civilizations in human history.

The Indus: Lost Civilizations

by Andrew Robinson

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This lost civilization, which dates back to 2600 BCE, was home to some of the largest and most sophisticated cities of its time, including the bustling metropolises of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro.

The Discovery of the Indus Civilization

The Indus Civilization was first discovered in the 19th century by British archaeologists. However, it was not until the 1920s that excavations began in earnest, revealing the true extent of this ancient civilization.

The excavations at Harappa and Mohenjo-daro unearthed a wealth of evidence about the Indus people, their culture, and their way of life.

The Cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro

Harappa and Mohenjo-daro were the two largest cities of the Indus Civilization. They were both located on the banks of the Indus River, and they were both home to a large population of people.

The cities were laid out on a grid plan, with streets running north-south and east-west. The houses were made of mud-brick, and they were often two or three stories high.

Harappa and Mohenjo-daro had a number of public buildings, including temples, granaries, and warehouses. The cities also had a sophisticated system of water management, with wells, canals, and reservoirs.

The People of the Indus Civilization

The people of the Indus Civilization were a diverse group of people. They came from a variety of ethnic backgrounds, and they spoke a variety of languages.

The Indus people were skilled craftspeople, and they produced a wide range of goods, including pottery, jewelry, and textiles.

The Indus people were also a literate people. They developed a script that was used to write on clay tablets and seals.

The Decline of the Indus Civilization

The Indus Civilization began to decline around 1900 BCE. The reasons for the decline are not entirely clear, but it is thought that a number of factors, including climate change and invasion from outside groups, may have played a role.

By 1700 BCE, the Indus Civilization had disappeared, and the cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-daro were abandoned.

The Legacy of the Indus Civilization

The Indus Civilization is one of the most important civilizations in human history. It was the first civilization to develop a written language, and it had a number of other important technological advances.

The Indus Civilization also had a great impact on the development of other civilizations in the region, including the Mesopotamian and Persian civilizations.

The legacy of the Indus Civilization can still be seen today in the many archaeological sites that have been excavated. These sites provide us with a glimpse into the life and culture of this ancient civilization.

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The Indus: Lost Civilizations

by Andrew Robinson

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4488 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	202 pages
X-Ray for textbooks	:	Enabled

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