Khirasara, Archaeological site in Nakhatrana Taluka, India
Khirasara is an ancient settlement on the bank of the Khari River featuring sturdy fortification walls and residential structures arranged in interconnected rooms. The layout shows how people organized their living spaces within a defended settlement.
Archaeological excavations in 2009 uncovered a settlement dating between 2600 and 2200 BCE at this location. During the Mature Harappan period, this place served as an important industrial center.
The settlement shows traces of ancient burial practices through bone vessels and perforated pottery now displayed at Kutch Museum. These objects tell the story of how people here lived and treated their dead thousands of years ago.
The site is located around 85 kilometers from Bhuj city and requires advance planning for a visit. It helps to arrange a local archaeological guide who can explain the remains and guide you through the layout.
Excavations revealed a measuring instrument resembling a modern prismatic compass, known locally as Gadh-vali vadi. This discovery shows that residents here had advanced surveying skills thousands of years ago.
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