One-of-a-kind coffee table book that takes the reader through the Ancient, Medieval, and Colonial Architecture of Haryana. The book has very nicely executed architectural drawings of the state-protected monuments of Haryana along with lucidly written short descriptions of each monument. A must-have for Heritage, Culture, Archaeology, and Architecture Enthusiasts.
This book touches upon the concepts of town planning, Urbanization, Protohistory, and the Difference between Culture and Civilization. It takes a deep dive into lucidly explaining these concepts by comparing the present-day planned city of Chandigarh with the cities of the Sindhu Saraswati Civilization.
On the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras on 13 November 2020, the first Special Cover (Philatelic Souvenir) themed on Rakhigarhi archaeological site was released by Hon'ble CM, Haryana. This is first Special cover of Department of Archaeology and Museums Haryana State Archaeology, in collaboration with Chandigarh GPO. The Special Cover with cancellation designed in form of seal is first of its kind and the Cover reflects designs chosen from archaeological collection of Rakhigarhi.
The Department of Archaeology and Museums, Haryana participated in Exhibition in International Saraswati Mahotsav at Pehowa, Haryana from 27th to 29th January 2020. The 3- day temporary exhibition display comprised of archaeological data related to existence of traces of river Saraswati in Haryana’s sites, and along with this the collection and highlights of Department were shown. The visitors to the display area were inquisitive to see the heritage which lies around them and how the department has been safeguarding them.
Department of Archaeology and Museums, Haryana participated at Geeta Mahotsav-2019, 3rd to 8th December 2019 in Kurukshetra, Haryana. The kiosk, Stall no. 35 had temporary exhibition setup displaying Sites and Monuments, collection of department, souvenirs and replicas that proved to be popular among all varieties of visitors and received a good footfall.
Chor Gumbad, Narnaul, Mahndergarh
The Chor Gumbad majestically stands upon a rock on the north of the town. At present, this complete hilly area has been developed in a park by the district administration. On account of prominent location of the Chor Gumbad, it is known as the signboard of Narnaul. It is a well-planned big monument in square shape having single chamber with four minarets at each corner.
Ancient Site Bhirdana, Distt. Fatehabad
Circa 3500-2500 BC (Early Harappan Culture)
The site located on northern outskirt of the village overlooking the now dried up bed of Vedic river Sarasvati. Archaeological excavations of 4.20m thick deposit have revealed four –fold cultural sequence. This site was excavated by Shri L. S. Rao of Archaeological Survey of India.
Shobha Sarovar , Narnaul, Distt. Mahendergarh
Availability of water was always scarce in Narnaul due to the proximity of deserts. Therefore, this huge pond (sarovar) was built by a local chief during the late Mughal period for the use of general public. The sarowar was constructed in rubble masonry with thick layer of lime plaster in the style of the then prevailing Hindu architecture. Four staircases in each arm of the pond lead to the water storage tank.
Prachin Shiv Mandir, Village-Salwan, Distt. Karnal
An ancient pond with a temple at this village is traditionally called as Dashashvamedha Tirth of Mahabharata period in Kurukshetra region. This Tirtha finds its mention in the Vamana Purana. Though at present, at this site, there are no such ancient remains which can be associated with the Mahabharata times. A temple and a pond built in late 18th or early 19th century AD represent the Tirth at present.
Prachin Shiv Temple, Pehowa, Distt. Kurukshetra
This ancient temple is situated on the southern bank of Sarasvati river in the Pehowa town, Kurukshetra. It belongs to circa 8-9th century AD. The name of this town Pehowa is derived from Prithudaka, as King Prithu was the founder of this town. The ancient site of Prachin Shiva Temple has yielded a number of the sculptures of Gods and Goddesses of Hindu pantheon and architectural members of a temple.