Ramnagar (Ruins)
Country: India
Region: Asia
Period: ~1100BCE-340BCE
Location: 28.371°N, 79.136°E
Description
Ahichatra was the ancient capital of Northern Panchala, a prominent kingdom in the Vedic and post-Vedic periods of Indian history. Located in present-day Uttar Pradesh, it emerged as a cultural and political center, later evolving into a republican state. Ahichatra played a vital role in the early Indo-Aryan civilization and in the Mahabharata as an important power.
Modern Remains
The archaeological site of Ahichatra, near modern Ramnagar in Uttar Pradesh, reveals remnants of fortifications, terracotta sculptures, coins, and pottery dating back to the Maurya and Gupta periods. Excavations have unearthed signs of early urban planning, religious activity, and coinage, providing insights into its significance as a political and cultural hub from the Vedic to the classical period.