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Dholavira in Kutch
The excavation site for Harappan Cilvilization, this is as archaeologically good as it gets
Dholavira In Kutch
Rated 4.3/5 (based on 206 reviews)
About Dholavira in Kutch
The Indus Valley civilization is one of the oldest civilizations in the world, as told by our history books. The civilisation was formed around the area fertilised by the Indus River and its tributaries. Archaeologist and historian have had an ongoing love affair with this period in history and periodical finds of sites of this erstwhile civilisation have only fuelled this interest. The city of Dholavira is one such important site of the great civilization. Dholavira history dates back to the time of the Indus valley civilization, and hence, this place holds great importance for the archeologists as well as the history buffs. Here’s a brief about Dholavira tourism, Dholavira map, along with some essential information about the place:
One of the five greatest sites
Dholavira is the site of one such finding. Located in the Khadir Bet Island of Kutch, the site was discovered by archaeologist J P Joshi in 1967. The Archaeological survey of India took over the work on the site in 1990. This is considered the second largest dig site for what is also called the Harappan civilisation. Dholavira is also the second site after Lothal, another Harappa site, to have all the marking of the rise and fall of the civilisation from 2900 BC to 1500 BC.
A unique town….
Located quite close to the city of Bhuj, the distance from Dholavira to Bhuj is around 210 kilometers.This site is rather unique, as the inhabitants set the town up in the Great Rann of Kutch. The rather modern features such as water conservation, especially in an arid region, and the sign board systems in the Indus script, all talk about the intelligence of the civilisation and reflects the futuristic idea of Dholavira town planning. The site bears the distinct marking of the rise and fall of the town. Once the decline started, the town seems to have been abandoned. The citizens then returned after a time but only to lead very simple lives, Travelers must visit the Dholavira museum during their visit to the city as this museum depicts each and every aspect of the city in great detail.
… Along a beautiful route…
The journey to Dholavira also known as Kotada or large fort is rather beautiful. Spread over a semi-arid land set on an island, it retains a beauty, which is ethereal. Chinkara and nilgai roam the lands in the midst of flamingos and other migratory birds.
.. And an interesting story…
Excavation of the site has led to some very interesting discoveries. Artefacts found have proven that Dholavira was an important trade hub between Gujarat, Sindh, Punjab and the Middle East. Satellite pictures have also shown the making of a giant reservoir, which harvest the rainwater and an intricate water system, which was the artery of the town. There is also evidence of an underground drainage system.
Seals, gold and silver coins, terracotta ornament, pottery and bronze vessels and other finding bear testimony to the grandeur of the time. Indus script inscription tablets, though still not deciphered, also tell the intelligence of the times.
…. With a sad ending!
As for the rise, the fall of the civilisation is also marked. The returning settlers chose a simpler lifestyle and their houses and implements were simpler. A visit to Dholavira is an insight into the civilisation that was. It is an experience to be cherished indeed.
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Siddarath Gupta
6 days ago
Really nice experience, thanks to Travel Triangle and Diu Holidays. Driver and Car both are good, nice hotels, good fooding and nice service. Rates and services provided by Diu Holidays are remarkable. Since it was our pilgrimage Trip, we got all the Darshans very nicely specially Somnath temple visit is unforgettable
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Rishabh Pandey
13 days ago
Very nice experience. Everything was perfect in this trip. Communication with Travel Triangle was good and pleasent. Local agent Diu travel was very good. Hotels were too good. Cab provided was clean . Driver was very polite and guiding well. Good job guys, keep it up.
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Priyanka Goswami
26 days ago
The trip was good. All the hotels were very good except Ahmedabad where the hotel could have been much better in same range. U guys should increase the range of hotels. Further the driver has been rated 3 due to delay in arrival by Safiq on Ahmedabad and other behavourial issues. Driver provided post Ahmedabad was very good thanks to Sonu. Overall service is good could have been much better with better hotel quality in competitive price. Driver Sonu being a resourceful guy took us to all destinations. Somnath temple and Dwarkadhish temple darshan wa...
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Chandrikabijalwan
about 1 month ago
The only reason I have not given an excellent for hotel rating is, that, the hotel that has been provided at Gir was not up to the mark. Washroom and room were not clean and after complaining multiple times they came and cleaned only the room and said that washroom cleaner is not available. We felt like the room was not cleaned after the previous guest checked out. The hotel provided in Somnath was very good and was the best of all. Apart from this, the whole trip was hassle free and we enjoyed it. The driver was good in behaviour and so do the agent w...
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Mithun V
about 1 month ago
Had an amazing trip... loved the travel, driver, car, hotels... The only reason why I have given 4 star instead of 5 is coz of Hotel Palms in Nagoa beach... Rest all ws a bliss... Thank you so much Dui holidays... will definitely come Bak... for Dwarka and Nageshwar jyotirling...
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Satish Dorepalli
2 months ago
We have been planning to visit Gujarat for very long time thanks to Diu Holidays for making our trip so memorable. Right from suggesting the best travel plan and customizing to our needs. The team was Amin and Neha were professional, kept in constant touch right from start till we exited the Gujarat. We are very thankful to the driver Mr. Aslam who was simply amazing, very courteous and professional, he gave us complete insight of Gujarat tourism in short journey of three days, if we visit Gujarat again, would love to hire Me Aslam again. The hotels...
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Rcpcda
3 months ago
Overall arrangement was good.The hotels were good at Ahmedabad and Dwarka, but at Somnath it was 12 KM away from the temple and address was also not provided to us by the agent.So it took a lot of time to trace the hotel and because of this we missed the Light and Sound programme at Somnath.Food is very costly at Hotel Centra,Ahmedabad.The agent never contacted us during the trip, which is dissapointing.The driver Mr Akram was excellent and expert in driving and was also very coperative.The vehicle provided was also very good.Over all experience was wa...
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Sks Mahraur
4 months ago
Our experience with the Travel Triangle and Diu holidays was good. Hotel room and facilities were ok except some minor issues. Driver (Bhaat Bhai) ferrying us all the way from Ahmedabad to Dwarka and Somnath was well behaved and courteous. Assistance/ Response by Mr. Ameen (Diu holidays) was appreciable.
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