Bhirdana facts for kids

Bhirdana is a small village in India, located in the Fatehabad district of the Haryana state. It became famous in 2003 when archaeologists discovered the remains of a very old town there. This ancient town was part of the Indus Valley civilization, which was one of the world's first great civilizations. The things found at Bhirdana are about 5,000 years old, making it a very important historical site.

Discovering an Ancient Town

In 2003, a team of archaeologists was exploring the area. They were looking for clues about the Sarasvati River, a legendary river that many people thought was just a myth. For a long time, it was believed that this river had disappeared under farmlands.

What Archaeologists Found

During their search, the archaeologists found exciting evidence of an ancient town at Bhirdana. They uncovered many interesting things, including:

• A well, which was used to get water.
• Part of a strong defensive wall that protected the town.
• Pieces of pottery, which are old clay pots and dishes.
• Bricks, showing how buildings were constructed.
• Beautiful beads made from shiny, semi-precious stones.

These discoveries showed that Bhirdana was once a busy and important place. The items found helped experts learn more about how people lived thousands of years ago.

The Saraswati River Mystery Solved

The most exciting discovery was that the ancient town of Bhirdana was built right on the banks of the Saraswati River. This proved that the river was real and not just a myth. It also showed that the Indus Valley Civilization, which Bhirdana was a part of, thrived along the banks of this powerful river. Finding Bhirdana helped scientists understand more about the geography and history of ancient India.

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  Dancing Girl engraving on a piece of red potsherd, discovered at Bhirrana