Djarkutan

Djarkutan, a significant prehistoric proto-urban settlement, is located in the Surxondaryo Region of Uzbekistan. Renowned for its ancient civilization roots in Bactria, the site features two monumental buildings, a potter quarter, a fortified citadel, and an extensive burial ground. The settlement is believed to date back to the Late Bronze Age, between the 16th and 12th centuries BCE, showcasing the advanced development of urban planning and craftsmanship of the era. Its strategic location along an old stream highlights the significance of water management for sustaining such a settlement. Djarkutan plays a crucial role in understanding the socio-cultural evolution and religious landscapes of ancient Central Asia, possibly linked to the early followers of Zarathustra.