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
The Sinja Valley, located in the Jumla District of Karnali Province, Nepal, is an archaeologically significant site recognized as the ancient capital of the Khasa Kingdom, which flourished from the 12th to the 14th century CE. Excavations have revealed substantial remains of the former city, including palaces and temples. A noteworthy find is the advanced network of underground pipes, indicative of a sophisticated water management system. The site is also pivotal in linguistic history, with some of the earliest inscriptions of the Nepali language found on the cliffs surrounding the valley. These inscriptions date back to the 13th century CE and are written in the Devanagari script. Despite the fragmentation of the Khasa Kingdom in the 14th century, the valley continued to be a culturally and historically relevant area in Nepal.
Gallery
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Archaeological Features
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Water Management Features
Religious and Ritual Structures
Artistic and Decorative Features
Domestic and Habitation Structures
Historical Timeline
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Details
- Country
- Nepal
- Source
- Wikipedia
