Mohenjodaro is an ancient city of
Pakistan, approximately 5000 year old city located at northwestern Sindh of
Pakistan. Mohenjodaro is historical significance on the UNESCO World Heritage
list, and major tourist attraction because of its fascinating archaeological
site. This place displays the real ruins life of Indus Valley civilization
which is best persevered urban ruins in South Asia. Mohenjodaro was built circa
2,600BCE with a population of 35,000 to 50,000, one of the largest and most
advanced cities at that time with wonderfully sophisticated civil engineering
and urban planning. The city was abandoned for unknown reason perhaps due to
river courses.
It’s a great must visit city for
those who’ve interest in history. But for that you must choose bit cooler
months, which starts from October till March. On the other side, you might be
prepared for yourself for blisteringly hot weather. The highest temperature
recorded was 53.5°C (128°F), here on 26 May 2010, which is highest reliably
measured temperature in Asia, and the fourth highest temperature recorded
anywhere in the world. Mohenjodaro ruins were first discovered in 1911. Its
name has associated in Sindhi Language, & also known as Harappan Civilization
(Another main archaeological site at Harappa in Pakistan).
It is estimated, that one third
site has been explored. Mohenjodaro site is inside a complex surrounded by a
wall and only accessible via main entrance gate. It is only pedestrian’s area,
and can be easily covered on foot. The complex open time is varied depends on
hot and cooler months. Cold drinks, water and tea are main choices to fight
with dry climate; only one PTDC hotel offers some good food which is already
catering too many people. There are also a few small general stores and stalls
outside the complex that sell some food such as snacks, soft drinks, and
bottled water. There’re only two lodging facilities here, Archaeology Rest
house, and PTDC Motel. Tourist can find various things outside complex, like
gift shop, seals, stones, souvenirs, books written on Mohenjodaro. Source: Charismatic Planet
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