Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Location
About
Mainamati is an archaeological site located in the Comilla district of Bangladesh, within the ancient Samatata region of Bengal. This isolated range of low, dimpled hills is home to over 50 ancient Buddhist settlements, dating back to the 8th to 12th centuries CE. The site's significance lies in its role as a major center of Buddhist culture and religious activities during the Post-Classical Period. Notably, it features remnants of religious structures, such as temples, which reflect the architectural styles and spiritual practices of the time. The site's discovery offers valuable insights into the spread and influence of Buddhism in the region, as well as the socio-political dynamics under the Chandra dynasty, with Mainamati being named after a Chandra queen.
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- Country
- Bangladesh
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