Sangam Era Keeladi Findings
Recently, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has presented a report on the findings at the Sangam-era site of Keeladi and their significance.
- Keeladi is a tiny hamlet in the Sivaganga district in south Tamil Nadu. It is about 12 km south-east to the temple city of Madurai and is located along the Vaigai river.
Findings of the Report
- Over 120 potsherds containing Tamil Brahmi inscriptions have been found.
- Spindle whorls, copper needles, terracotta seal, hanging stones of the yarn, terracotta spheres and earthen vessels to hold liquid suggest various stages of a weaving industry.
- Gold ornaments, copper articles, semi-precious stones, shell ....