Unnao gold treasure incident, Archaeological site in Daundia Khera village, Unnao district, India
The excavation site consists of ancient ruins and trenches dug near a 19th-century fort, located 100 kilometers south of Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh.
The Archaeological Survey of India conducted extensive excavations in October 2013 after reports suggested the presence of substantial gold deposits beneath the ruins.
Local spiritual leaders and residents gathered at the site during excavations, conducting traditional ceremonies while archaeologists searched for historical artifacts.
Visitors can reach the excavation site through regular bus services from Lucknow to Unnao district, with local transportation available from the district center.
The excavation recovered various historical items from the 17th to 19th centuries, including jewelry fragments, pottery shards, and remnants of mud floors.
Part of: Uttar Pradesh
GPS coordinates: 26.16640,80.65330
Latest update: March 15, 2025 10:28
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