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Lothal Bead Factory (Factory Sites)

January 5, 2026

Location: : Mohenjo-Daro


Significance: Its immense size suggests centralized storage for staple grains (wheat, barley) to sustain the large urban population, highlighting advanced agricultural management


Features: Built on a solid brick foundation with a large, rectangular footprint (approx. 45m x 45m). Raised Platform: Elevated base protected stored goods from floods. Central Passage: A wide, paved central walkway. Chambers: Two rows of six rooms on either side of the passage, likely for storage or other functions.

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