The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), one of the world’s earliest urban civilizations, thrived between 2500 BCE and 1900 BCE in what is now Pakistan and north-western India. Alongside Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt, it formed one of the great early centers of human civilization. Known for its advanced urban planning, sophisticated trade networks, and remarkable craftsmanship, […]Read More
Matriarchy, a system where women hold primary power in leadership, inheritance, and family structure, has long fascinated scholars and anthropologists. Unlike the patriarchal societies that dominate today’s world, matriarchal systems have existed in various ancient civilizations and persist in some tribal communities around the globe. This article explores the history of matriarchy, its roots in […]Read More
The Indus River is of monumental historical importance because it is the bloodstream of one of the oldest civilizations-the Indus Valley Civilization. The river stretches over 3,180 kilometres from the Tibetan Plateau through India and Pakistan and has nourished thousands of years of cultures, economies, and communities. The fertile plains and boundless water resources of […]Read More
The Saraswati River is one of the most important and sacred features in Indian mythology, history, and culture. It has always been written as a mighty river of the Vedic period. Though it’s no longer there in its physical form, ancient scriptures talk of it as a vital channel that flowed between civilizations. Saraswati has […]Read More
Surkotada is one of the lesser known but important archaeological sites of the Indus Valley Civilization. Located in the Kutch region of the Indian state of Gujarat, Surkotada is important for understanding both the urban and rural aspects of this ancient culture. Discovered by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in 1964, this site has […]Read More
One of the most well-known sites of the Indus Valley Civilization, Dholavira, provides an intriguing look into the history, trade, and architectural brilliance of ancient India. Present in the current day Gujarat this place provides us with an opportunity to look into the immaculate town that it. It brings forth the smartness and adaptability of […]Read More
While reading through pieces of Indus Valley Civilization, Lothal stands out as one which pointed at the maritime connections and trade along with immaculate craftsmanship of the period. Lothal was a prosperous port town renowned for its well-organized dockyard, which aided in trade with far-off places like Mesopotamia. The flourishing trade in beads, jewels, and […]Read More
While most of us study about Indus valley civilization in school or come across it in college, only some people truly get to explore the details and beauty of it. Kalibangan is one of the places that provide you with a chance to look into the past and its people. This archaeological site, which was […]Read More
Located in the agricultural contexts of the framework of Ghaggar-Hakra Water course, Rakhigarhi is one of the biggest site destinations of the IVC otherwise called Harappa advancement. Located in the district of Hisar in Haryana, this ancient site has been a gold mine of information that has helped historians and archaeologists to unravel the life […]Read More
Perfumery, an art as old as civilization itself, has woven an intricate tapestry of cultural, religious, and medicinal significance across the tides of time. From the sun-drenched plains of ancient Mesopotamia to the enigmatic temples of Egypt and the bustling streets of the Indus Valley Civilization, the story of perfumery unfolds as a captivating journey […]Read More