Temple of Dail
Harappan (2600–1900 BCE)·Harappan·🇦🇺 New South Wales, Australia
About
About Temple of Dail
Temple of Dail in New South Wales, Australia is a Harappan (2600–1900 BCE) temple complex attributed to Harappan culture. Systematically investigated through systematic survey and stratigraphic excavation, it presents a principal enclosure with necropolis. Construction employs dry-stone masonry and demonstrates distinct phasing. Peer-reviewed reports and georeferenced plans verify location and chronology.
Why it mattersKey Harappan temple-complex with stratified sequence and regional significance.
Open questions
Mysteries & theories
Mysteries
- 01Social hierarchy and elite control
- 02Population scale vs catchment
Theories
- 01Territorial marker and boundary statement
- 02Astronomical observatory and calendar
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. 2185 BCE
- Period
- Harappan (2600–1900 BCE)
- Culture
- Harappan
- Purpose
- Necropolis and ritual
- Excavation
- Excavated
c. 2185 BCE
Initial construction and primary occupation
c. 1385 BCE
Major expansion and monumental elaboration
c. 580 BCE
Rebuilding and fortification phase
2002
Modern archaeological excavation and survey
On the ground
Structures & features
29.2093° S · 152.0052° E · 326 m · 4 mapped features
Gateway
rock artBurial zone — rock-cut chambers
29.2122° S · 152.0029° EReservoir/Cistern
shrineHydraulic feature — aqueduct
29.2122° S · 152.0061° EGateway 3
ditchHydraulic feature — canal
29.2092° S · 152.0051° EEnclosure Wall
stelaHydraulic feature — reservoir
29.2113° S · 152.0061° E