Wari-Bateswar: Bengal's Lost Ancient City

We uncover Wari-Bateswar, the archaeological site in Narayanganj that is rewriting the history of South Asia. Long dismissed as mere ruins, recent excavations reveal a fortified city dating back to the 3rd century BCE, contemporary with the Mauryan Empire. We explore how this urban center challenged the assumption that early Indian cities were confined to the Gangetic plain, highlighting its role in long-distance trade with Rome and Southeast Asia. Lucas walks us through the discovery led by Dr. Rony Habib, detailing the massive brick walls, the drainage systems, and the thousands of artifacts found, including Roman coins and gold jewelry. Luna asks how this changes our understanding of Vanga and the transition from the Iron Age to the historical period. Together, we examine why this city was abandoned, how it was rediscovered, and what its existence tells us about the economic sophistication of ancient Bengal before the rise of the Gupta Empire or the Islamic sultanates.

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