Hydraulic System at Middle
Harappan (2600–1900 BCE)·Harappan·🇹🇷 Central Anatolia, Turkey
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About Hydraulic System at Middle
Hydraulic System at Middle in Central Anatolia, Turkey is a Harappan (2600–1900 BCE) hydraulic attributed to Harappan culture. Systematically investigated through ground-penetrating radar and stratigraphic excavation, it presents a principal enclosure with necropolis. Construction employs ashlar with clamp and demonstrates craft specialization. Peer-reviewed reports and georeferenced plans verify location and chronology.
Why it mattersKey Harappan hydraulic with stratified sequence and regional significance.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Function as ceremonial vs domestic centre
- 02Long-distance exchange networks
Theories
- 01Astronomical observatory and calendar
- 02Centralized storage and redistribution (Cunliffe)
Theories are interpretations, not findings. The seal above tells you how much scholarly weight the place carries.
History
How it came to be
- Built
- c. 2003 BCE
- Period
- Harappan (2600–1900 BCE)
- Culture
- Harappan
- Purpose
- Necropolis and ritual
- Excavation
- Unexcavated
c. 2003 BCE
Initial construction and primary occupation
c. 1203 BCE
Major expansion and monumental elaboration
c. 571 BCE
Rebuilding and fortification phase
1974
Modern archaeological excavation and survey
On the ground
Structures & features
39.0840° N · 31.2873° E · 1701 m · 4 mapped features
Hydraulic Channel
courtyardBurial zone — rock-cut chambers
39.0859° N · 31.2849° EPrincipal Monument
chamberBurial zone — shaft tombs
39.0846° N · 31.2845° EReservoir/Cistern
moundHydraulic feature — well
39.0868° N · 31.2898° EStela Alignment
cisternBurial zone — rock-cut chambers
39.0861° N · 31.2893° E