Mohenjo-daro

Mohenjo-daro is an archaeological site from the Indus culture in Larkana District, showing foundations of residential buildings, streets, and drainage channels. The structures consist of fired bricks made to uniform standards, and many areas show multiple construction layers stacked on top of each other.

The settlement began around 2500 BCE and remained occupied until approximately 1700 BCE, before residents likely left the area due to recurring floods and climate shifts. British and American archaeologists started systematic excavations in the twentieth century, work that continued across several decades.

The site sits in a rural setting where local families sometimes pass within view, continuing their daily routines while visitors walk through the ruins. Local guides often share personal stories that connect the ancient past to the present life of the region, making the archaeological experience feel more tangible and linked to the lives of people today.

The remains spread across a large area with an on-site museum displaying finds such as bronze statues, pottery, and tools. October through March offers more comfortable temperatures for a visit, as summer months become very hot and can make exploring the open excavations challenging.

Some houses had waste chutes connected directly to underground channels, a sanitation system that was remarkably advanced for the Bronze Age. Archaeologists also found skeletons in unusual positions, possibly indicating sudden death during a late occupation phase, though the exact context remains a subject of debate.

Location: Larkana District

Part of: Indus Valley Civilization

Website: https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/138

GPS coordinates: 27.32166,68.13659

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:13