Harappa

Harappa was one of the major urban centers of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, which flourished around 2500 BCE in what is now Pakistan and northwest India. Known for its advanced city planning, Harappa featured well-organized streets, sophisticated drainage systems, and standardized brick sizes. The civilization was also notable for its trade networks, agricultural practices, and artisan crafts. Harappa, along with Mohenjo-Daro, exemplifies the achievements of a highly developed society that had a significant impact on later cultures in the region until its decline around 1900 BCE. Its ruins provide crucial insights into early human urban development.