Belan River

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Belan river (बेलन नदी) is a river in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.it Originates from Western part of Sonbhadra district Uttar Pradesh.It is famous for prehistoric sites on its banks.[1]

Origination[edit]

It originates from western part of Sonbhadra district then flows in southern part of Mirzapur and Prayagraj districts.

Confluence[edit]

In Prayagraj district it confluence with Tons river nearby NH-27 and Tonki village.

Historical importance[edit]

It is famous for prehistoric sites, which is related with Neolithic, periods. Chopanimando is for pottery making and Koldihwa for cereals like rice. (both in Prayagraj district) are two important excavated sites, located on the northern fringes of Vindhyas on the banks of the Belan river.[2]

References[edit]

  1. Vinod Chandra Srivastava (2008). History of Agriculture in India, Up to C. 1200 A.D. Concept Publishing Company. pp. 6–. ISBN 978-81-8069-521-6.
  2. Upinder Singh (2008). A History of Ancient and Medieval India: From Stone Age to 12th Century. Pearson Education. p. 677. ISBN 978-8131711200.


Coordinates: 25°02′N 81°45′E / 25.033°N 81.750°E / 25.033; 81.750