Unearthing the Significance of the Jiroft Civilization

The Konar Sandal site in southeastern Iran, discovered after a 2001 flood, revealed a Bronze Age urban settlement. This site, near Jiroft, includes burial mounds and a fortified citadel, suggesting a sophisticated civilization. The findings challenge the notion of Mesopotamia as the sole cradle of civilization. Artefacts and tablets found at the site indicate a culturally advanced society, possibly linked to the legendary Arata or Mahashi kingdoms. The discovery prompts a reevaluation of ancient civilizations' interactions and influences.

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