32 Ancient Cities That Are Older Than the Pyramids

5. Mohenjo-Daro: The Indus Enigma

Mohenjo-Daro, located in present-day Pakistan, was a major urban center of the Indus Valley Civilization, flourishing around 2500 BCE. Its sophisticated city planning, with a grid layout, advanced drainage systems, and public baths, reflects a high level of social organization and technological prowess. Unlike the pyramids, which symbolize the power of pharaohs, Mohenjo-Daro's architecture suggests a more egalitarian society. The absence of palatial structures or grandiose tombs raises intriguing questions about the nature of leadership and governance in the Indus Valley. The city's mysterious decline, coupled with the undeciphered script of the civilization, adds an air of enigma to Mohenjo-Daro. As we explore its ruins, we are reminded of the fragility of human achievements and the mysteries that remain hidden in the sands of time.