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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