Keezhadi: A brief analysis

Located near the town of Sivaganga in Tamil Nadu, India, Keezhadi - an archaeological site is changing history adding new elements into the pages of history of India. The excavations at Keezhadi have revealed a significant amount of ancient artifacts and structures, shedding light on the history of the region. The Keezhadi archaeological site is associated with the ancient Pandyan civilization and has provided insights into the urbanization and cultural practices of the region during the Sangam period (around 600 BCE to 300 CE). The archaeological excavations at Keezhadi began in 2015 and have continued over multiple phases. The findings include pottery, bricks, beads, and other artifacts, as well as well-planned urban structures.

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Warriors of Sinauli

Quietly lying in the Ganga - Yamuna doab in the western Uttar Pradesh, is now the talk of the town after the excavations of wheeled chariots and metallic objects dated back to 4000 BC. In 2018, archaeologists D.V Sharma and S.K. Manjul unearthed a burial site dating back to the Harappan civilization, around 2000 BCE at the beginning. The site revealed chariots, weapons, pottery, and skeletal remains, providing insights into the culture and practices of that era. The warriors buried at Sinauli are believed to have played a role in ancient rituals or warfare.

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