A Mystery. the Disappearance of Mohenjo-Daro


World Heritage Site: Archaeological Ruins at Moenjodaro

Publication Year: 2016

Publication Type: Article

Publication Identifier: WHE795918C20C

Summary

Archaeological excavations at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Moenjodaro revealed a highly advanced urban civilization beneath centuries of sand, challenging conventional narratives about ancient technological development. The discovery of sophisticated city planning and infrastructure suggests a level of sophistication previously underappreciated in the Indus Valley Civilization. This study explores multiple hypotheses to explain the city's disappearance, including environmental shifts, societal collapse, or external influences, providing insights into the resilience and vulnerabilities of early complex societies.

Citation

Ignatyev, A. F. (2016). A MYSTERY. THE DISAPPEARANCE OF MOHENJO-DARO. History. Economy. Geopolitics, (2), 124–131. https://doi.org/10.19075/2500-0713-2016-2-124-131

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