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
About
Sungai Batu, located in Kedah, Malaysia, is an archaeological site that reveals the existence of a prehistoric Southeast Asian civilization dating back to the 8th century BCE. The site spans 4 km² and features evidence of advanced iron smelting and trade activities, marking it as one of the oldest known iron production centers in the region. Key discoveries include the remnants of stone buildings, ancient jetties, a large clay furnace, and several buried ancient ships used for trade. The site's unique ritual structures, displaying a mix of animism and early Hindu-Buddhist influences, indicate a sophisticated local culture. The findings highlight the strategic economic and cultural significance of Sungai Batu in ancient maritime trade networks.
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- Malaysia
- Source
- Wikipedia