Lothal facts for kids

Lothal was one of the many cities found in the Indus Valley civilization. Archaeological evidence from Lothal tells us that it was an industrial area. Metals, semi-precious stones, statues and beads were found. Several weapons, ornaments, seals and workshops were also found. A dockyard was also found which may have been used to ship goods to other civilizations like Mesopotamia.

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  Extent and major sites of the Indus Valley civilization.

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  To the northwest of Lothal lies the Kutch (see also Dholavira) peninsula, which was a part of the Arabian Sea until very recently in history. Owing to this, and the proximity of the Gulf of Khambhat, Lothal's river provided direct access to sea routes. Although now sealed off from the sea, Lothal's topography and geology reflects its maritime past.

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  Bathing platform and communal drain, acropolis

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  Pottery from Lothal.

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  An ancient well, and the city drainage canals

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  The bathroom-toilet structure of the ruler's house in Lothal

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  Archaeological feature

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  The warehouse of Lothal

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  A block of bricks placed in the main drainage canal with four holes, from which the net to filter out solid waste was installed

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  Twin burial from Lothal.

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  Lothal seals

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  Archaeological Museum of Lothal, replica of seal.

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  Pieces of red clay pottery

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  The main well

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  The dock, with a canal opening to allow water to flow into the river, thereby maintaining a stable water level.

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  Remains of, meter square, sluice gate, south face, built with burnt bricks.

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  The lower town

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In Spanish: Lothal para niños