A megalithic burial site is set to be excavated in Mysuru, Karnataka. Location: The site is located in the Periyapatna taluk of Mysuru. Period: The burials date back to the Iron Age, roughly between 1200 BCE to 300 CE. Burial Structure: The site consists of circles made of large boulders, typical of megalithic structures.

A megalithic burial site is set to be excavated in Mysuru, Karnataka. Location: The site is located in the Periyapatna taluk of Mysuru. Period: The burials date back to the Iron Age, roughly between 1200 BCE to 300 CE. Burial Structure: The site consists of circles made of large boulders, typical of megalithic structures.

About ‘Megalithic’ period The Megalithic period refers to a time when large stone structures, known as megaliths, were constructed for various purposes, including burial sites and commemorative monuments. Timeline: The Megalithic period generally spans from around 2500 BC to AD 200.Significance: The excavation aims to uncover artifacts and gain insights into the burial practices and lifestyle of the people from that era.

Types of Megaliths: Common types include dolmens, menhirs, and cromlechs. Geographic Distribution: Megaliths are found across the world, with notable concentrations in Europe, India, and parts of Asia.