Daimabad

The archaeological site of Daimabad, located in Maharashtra, India, reveals a complex history of occupation spanning several Chalcolithic cultural phases. Initially occupied during the Savalda culture around 3000 BCE, the site exhibits characteristic mud houses and early craft activities. The Late Harappan phase, circa 2000 BCE, marks an expansion in settlement size and showcases influences from the Harappan civilization, including seals with Harappan script. Subsequent phases, such as the Daimabad culture, introduce unique burial practices and pottery styles. The Malwa phase sees the emergence of religious structures, while the Jorwe phase highlights a flourishing community with specialized crafts and fortified structures. The site is renowned for its bronze artifacts, including a hoard discovered in 1974, adding significant insight into the technological and cultural exchanges during the Bronze Age.