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Lose yourself among the fine stretch of the deserted, ancient ruins of Lothal and envision the city breathe into life at the vibrant pace it had once possessed. Lothal, meaning The Mound of The Dead' is the oldest dock on the globe, where you can witness the historical remains of the Harappan culture. Here, one can experience the fascinating rise and the tragic decline of the famous Bronze Age civilization known as the Indus Valley Civilization. Situated in close proximity to Ahmedabad, in the modern state of Gujarat, this remarkable city was discovered in 1954 and is a huge attraction for tourists from all around the world including archeologists, historians and geologists.
Though the city dates as far back as 2400 BC, it will leave you in awe about the intelligence of the people who had once inhabited this interesting city. They had made remarkable contribution to various fields such as architecture, city planning, science and religion. Furthermore, the Harappans flourished in the trade of metallurgy, beads, seals and jewellery and also earned much fame through their genius in construction as well as their unique standardized weights and measures.
The serenity of this site will leave you in fascination as you gaze upon the remnants of the structures; the captivating emptiness of it serves to stir up the creativity within your soul. This magical site makes you ponder, recreating the glorious past in your mind's eye. You could also explore the amazing artefacts that this rich heritage had left behind, carefully stored in the local museum. Take a few moments to bask in the refreshing sun and capture these picturesque memories as you behold the mesmeric splendour of the fine city of relics. This is truly an adventurous journey to awaken The Mound of the Dead as you transport yourself back to the times of history.
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