Prehistoric Burial Sites Discovered in Telangana: Ancient Human Settlement Found in Godavari Basin

In a major archaeological discovery, prehistoric burial sites discovered in Mulugu Telangana have revealed evidence of ancient human settlements in the Godavari basin. The findings highlight a rich cultural past and offer new insights into early human life in the region.

Discovery of Ancient Burial Sites in Mulugu

The Telangana Heritage department identified extensive prehistoric burial sites in Mulugu following local inputs and a detailed survey.

• Survey conducted in Motlagudem and nearby areas
• Located around 120 km from Warangal city
• Hundreds of dolmen burial structures discovered

These structures are locally known as:

• “Rakasi Bandalu” (giant stones)
• “Rakasi Guhalu” (giant caves)

Spread Across Eturnagaram and Mangapet Areas

The Mulugu prehistoric burial sites Telangana are spread across multiple locations:

• Eturnagaram agency areas: Damaravai, Jaggaram, Gangaram, Rangapuram, Kamaram
• Mangapet Mandal: Mallur Gutta, Motlagudem, Komuraram, Chettupalli, Kanchanpalli, Galaba, Dongathogu, Gundala

A large concentration of sites has been found across nearly 100 acres in Kappalayi Gutta.

Unique Features of the Burial Structures

Experts highlighted several remarkable features of the prehistoric burial sites discovered in Mulugu Telangana:

• Massive sandstone slabs weighing up to 20 tons
• Carefully arranged in a planned layout
• Each burial includes:
  • A stone trough
  • A circular boundary

These features indicate advanced construction techniques and social organization.

Clues About Ancient Beliefs and Culture

The structures provide valuable insights into ancient traditions:

• Suggest belief in life after death
• Comparable to megalithic burial practices in South India
• Some similarities noted with ancient Egyptian pyramids in terms of burial significance

Need for Urgent Preservation

Experts have raised concerns about the condition of these sites:

• Damage due to human activity
• Natural deterioration affecting structures
• Need for immediate conservation efforts

Authorities are being urged to protect these Mulugu prehistoric burial sites Telangana as an important part of cultural heritage.

The prehistoric burial sites discovered in Mulugu Telangana mark a significant milestone in understanding early human settlements in the region. With hundreds of ancient structures found across the Godavari basin, the discovery underscores the importance of preserving Telangana’s rich archaeological heritage for future generations.

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