Lothal was a planet in the Outer Rim Territories. During the early years of the Galactic Empire, Lothal was in a state of economic disrepair and invited the Empire to take over the planet's industries, with the promise of prosperity and security. …

The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), the official Indian government agency for the preservation of ancient monuments, discovered Lothal in 1954. Excavation work in Lothal commenced on 13 February 1955 and continued till 19 May 1960. According to the ASI, arguably Lothal had the world's earliest known dock, which connected the city to an ancient course of …

Jul 24, 2024 · The ancient city of Lothal, a port town from the Indus Valley Civilization, is located along the Bhogava River in the Gulf of Khambhat. Archaeological evidence indicates that the Harappa culture flourished at this site from 2400 BCE to 1600 BCE. Lothal was divided into the upper and lower towns.

Nov 12, 2023 · Lothal, the homeworld of Ezra Bridger, plays a significant role in the history of the Jedi due to its hidden Jedi Temple and deep connection to the Force. The Force vergence on Lothal is tied to the nature of attachment and grants those in proximity visions and other gifts.

In India: Lothal. One other excavated site deserves special attention; this is Lothal, a small settlement built on low-lying ground near a tributary of the Sabarmati River on the west side of the Gulf of Khambhat. It appears to have served as a port or trading station.… Read More

Nov 29, 2024 · About the location: About 80km southwest of Ahmedabad, the city that stood at this archaeological site 4500 years ago was one of the most important of the Indus Valley civilisation, which extended into what is now Pakistan.

Jan 19, 2016 · With the help of an enthusiastic resident of Gundi, namely Mehpat Singh, we crossed the water-logged fields and reached a low lying mound near Laximpura. From pottery and other objects collected form surface it became evident that the mound, known locally as Lothal, was a true Harappan settlement."

Nov 13, 2024 · Of all these, Lothal, excavated by the ASI between 1955 and 1962, revealed the world’s first dockyard, built by the ancient Indians around 4500 years ago. This was a significant moment, as it was the first Indus site discovered to be associated with maritime activities.

Nov 11, 2014 · Lothal is the oldest dockyard in the world dating back to the Indus Valley Civilization, a bead factory, full-fledged town of yesteryears.

Mar 15, 2019 · The discovery of the port of Lothal marked a landmark in Indian archaeology and our understanding of the Harappan Civilization – Here is the fascinating story of what is one of the oldest ports the world, and how some traditions have continued there for over 3000 years