Kachari Ruins
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Kachari Ruins are the remnants of an ancient megalithic kingdom in Dimapur, Nagaland, known for their distinctive monoliths and sculpted pillars that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the Kachari civilization.
Statements (44)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
archaeological site
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historical monument ⓘ |
| access | open to visitors ⓘ |
| architecturalStyle | megalithic architecture ⓘ |
| associatedWith |
Kachari civilization
NERFINISHED
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Kachari kingdom NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| belongsToEthnicHistory | Dimasa people NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| category |
Archaeological sites in Nagaland
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Monuments and memorials in Nagaland ⓘ Tourist attractions in Nagaland ⓘ |
| country | India ⓘ |
| culturalSignificance |
important site for Dimasa history
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symbol of Kachari cultural heritage ⓘ |
| eraOfFlourishing |
14th century
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15th century ⓘ |
| governedBy | Archaeological Survey of India NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| hasFeature |
carved motifs
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monoliths ⓘ sculpted pillars ⓘ stone platforms ⓘ |
| hasInscription | stone carvings with symbolic motifs ⓘ |
| heritageOf | Dimasa Kachari people NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| heritageStatus | protected monument ⓘ |
| linkedTo | Kachari kingdom capital at Dimapur ⓘ |
| locatedIn |
Dimapur
NERFINISHED
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Nagaland NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| locatedInRegion | Northeast India NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| materialUsed | stone ⓘ |
| near |
Dhansiri River
NERFINISHED
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Dimapur city centre NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| notableFor |
distinctive mushroom-shaped pillars
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unique megalithic layout ⓘ |
| period | medieval period ⓘ |
| religionAssociated |
Hinduism
NERFINISHED
ⓘ
indigenous animist practices ⓘ |
| researchField |
South Asian history
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archaeology ⓘ art history ⓘ |
| stateParty | Government of Nagaland NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| threat |
natural weathering
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urban encroachment ⓘ |
| tourismType | heritage tourism destination ⓘ |
| usedFor |
ritual activities
ⓘ
royal ceremonies ⓘ |
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