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
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Nigalihawa, once known as Sobhavati, is an archaeological site of significant historical and religious importance. It is traditionally recognized as the birthplace of Konagamana Buddha, one of the ancient Buddhas chronicled in the Buddhavamsa, part of the Pali Canon. The site, now referred to as Nigali Sagar, contains religious structures like stelae that mark its historical significance. The presence of these features highlights the site's role in the spiritual life of the region during the Middle and Late Iron Age. The site's association with the Early Classical Period further underscores its continuous importance over centuries, providing insights into the cultural and religious practices of ancient Nepal.
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