Literary Sources: Although the ancient Indians learned how to write as early as 2500 BC, our earliest writings date from the fourth century AD and are situated in Central Asia.…
Nature of Sources and Historical Constructions of Ancient India (Part-2)
Coins: While a substantial number of coins and inscriptions have been discovered on the surface, exploration has uncovered all of them. Numismatics is called the study of coins. And so…
Nature of Sources and Historical Constructions of Ancient India (Part-1)
Material Remains Archaeology methods help us recover the material remains of the past relating to our history’s of ancient, mediaeval, and modern periods. Archaeology is used in India and many…
What is the importance of ancient Indian history to contemporary India?
For many reasons, the study of ancient Indian history is important. It tells us how, when and where the earliest cultures in our country were formed by people. It shows…
The bewildering 15th century AD fort of Kumbhalgarh
The bewildering 15th century AD fort of Kumbhalgarh DESCRIPTION Kumbhalgarh is one of the most splendid fortresses in Rajasthan and the second most crucial fort after Chittorgarh in the Mewar…
The History Of The Konark Sun Temple
The History Of The Konark Sun Temple Konark Sun temple is a beautiful illustration of ancient architecture and the versatility of concepts. Devoted to the deity of the sun, ‘Surya’,…
The magnificent ruins of Jaisalmer Fort
The magnificent ruins of Jaisalmer Fort DESCRIPTION In the far northwest region of Rajasthan, India’s desert nation, Jaisalmer Fort preserves a quiet watch. Although the local airport is shut to…
The Harappan civilization of Dholavira
The Harappan civilization of Dholavira Head north from Ahmedabad for seven hours, deeper into the barren region of Kutch, and you’ll come across an island in the middle of the…
Israel discovers a “piggy bank” 1,200 years old with gold coins
Israel discovers a “piggy bank” 1,200 years old with gold coins A small treasure trove of gold coins in an ancient ‘piggy bank’ has been found by Israeli archaeologists, assumed…
Greek Farmer Stumbles Upon Ancient Minoan Tomb Revealing Concealed Chamber
Greek Farmer Stumbles Upon Ancient Minoan Tomb Revealing Concealed Chamber Sometimes you stumble upon remarkable pieces of long-forgotten history when you live in an area that was home to ancient…