Ancient Site Bhirdana, Distt. Fatehabad
Circa 3500-2500 BC (Early Harappan Culture)
The site located on northern outskirt of the village overlooking the now dried up bed of Vedic river Sarasvati. Archaeological excavations of 4.20m thick deposit have revealed four –fold cultural sequence. This site was excavated by Shri L. S. Rao of Archaeological Survey of India.
Shobha Sarovar , Narnaul, Distt. Mahendergarh
Availability of water was always scarce in Narnaul due to the proximity of deserts. Therefore, this huge pond (sarovar) was built by a local chief during the late Mughal period for the use of general public. The sarowar was constructed in rubble masonry with thick layer of lime plaster in the style of the then prevailing Hindu architecture. Four staircases in each arm of the pond lead to the water storage tank.
Prachin Shiv Mandir, Village-Salwan, Distt. Karnal
An ancient pond with a temple at this village is traditionally called as Dashashvamedha Tirth of Mahabharata period in Kurukshetra region. This Tirtha finds its mention in the Vamana Purana. Though at present, at this site, there are no such ancient remains which can be associated with the Mahabharata times. A temple and a pond built in late 18th or early 19th century AD represent the Tirth at present.
Prachin Shiv Temple, Pehowa, Distt. Kurukshetra
This ancient temple is situated on the southern bank of Sarasvati river in the Pehowa town, Kurukshetra. It belongs to circa 8-9th century AD. The name of this town Pehowa is derived from Prithudaka, as King Prithu was the founder of this town. The ancient site of Prachin Shiva Temple has yielded a number of the sculptures of Gods and Goddesses of Hindu pantheon and architectural members of a temple.
Join Daadi and Gudiya on an epic journey as they unfold the glorious Early Historic past of Haryana. The Department of Archaeology and Museums, Haryana has come out with a one-of-a-kind children's illustrated book that talks about the early historic past of the state of Haryana through archaeological evidence like epigraphy, numismatics, architecture, ceramics, terracotta figurines, etc.
The colorful exhibition organized by Department of Archaeology and Museums Haryana of Teej Utsav at Panipat held on 19th August 2023 was enjoyed by many people who were enthusiastic culture lovers and they also viewed glimpses of the sculptural collection along with other artefacts of Department. Honorable Chief Minister, Haryana, Shri Manohar Lal, with Additional Principal Secretary to CM, Dr. Amit Kumar Agrawal, IAS and D.C Panipat and ADC Panipat graced the occasion and appreciated the exhibition.
The Department of Archaeology and Museums, Haryana conducted a Two-Day workshop on Heritage Learning and Iconography of Sculptures on 4th and 5th July 2019 at Bhima Devi Temple Complex Site Museum, Pinjore. Participants observed Sculptural art of the Site Museum and Complex. After the interaction session, an educative walk inside the complex was conducted and thereafter children explored the gallery collection on their own.
First of its kind, this workshop was a collaborative effort that brought experts, practitioners, and students on a common platform to share their expertise, views, and queries about conservation aspects of structures and collections all over India. The panel of speakers comprised of people who are working in this field extensively and creatively, ensuring minimal intervention with structure of monument and still enhancing its life and visibility for generations to come.
Dr. Banani Bhattacharyya, Deputy Director, Department of Archaeology and Museums, Haryana, presenting Uma Maheshwar (Replica) to Honorable Chief Minister Haryana, Shri Manohar Lal, as a token of gratitude for gracing the occasion.
Museum exploration and visit was done for the practical activities. Terracotta replicas and Harappan seals were made with creative inputs and thoughts by children indicating collection of archaeological sites in Haryana. In the process of learning children enjoyed the museum ambience and took back with them lovely samples of moulded replicas and certificates that had seals as an indication of the theme and purpose of this endeavour.