I can describe the Harappa Civilization
Harappa Civilization Notes
Name: __________________________
Date: _________
Hour: ______
I. Indus River Valley Harappa Civilization Notes
A. First Civilization
1. Lasted from 3000-1500 B.C.E.
2. More than a thousand cities and villages
B. Archaeological Ruins
1. Ruins discovered by railroad builders in 1870s
2. Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro were two of the larger cities discovered
C. Well-Planned Cities
1. Citadel (fortress)
a). guarded city
b). Palace and temple inside the fortress
2. Organized city
a). Grid pattern
1). Wide main streets
2). Smaller side streets
b). Walls surrounded each neighborhood
D. Advanced homes
1. Mud brick
2. Flat roofs
3. Courtyards
4. Wells with water
5. Indoor bathrooms and sewers
6. Garbage chutes
E. Lifestyle
1. Most people were farmers
2. Toys have been found
3. Peaceful society
a). Few weapons found
b). Signs of religion
F.
What led to the end of the civilization?
1. Floods?
2. Earthquakes?
3. Rivers change course?
4. Unsuccessful farming?
5. Invasion?