Unveiling Keeladi: A Glimpse into Ancient Urban Civilization

Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin inaugurated the Keeladi Open-Air Museum showcasing artifacts from a sixth-century site. Located on 4.5 acres in Sivaganga, the museum offers exhibits like brick walls and terracotta pipelines. It includes two large galleries and was inaugurated on February 13.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has inaugurated the Keeladi Open-Air Museum located in Sivaganga district, presenting a rare glimpse into an ancient urban civilization.

The museum, covering 4.5 acres, provides visitors with a unique opportunity to explore original artifacts from the sixth-century site. These include brick walls, terracotta pipelines, and ring wells that demonstrate the advanced urban life once thriving along the Vaigai River.

Built at a cost of Rs 24.30 crore, the museum features two expansive exhibition galleries. The inauguration was held virtually from Chennai on February 13, according to an official statement. Additionally, Stalin laid the foundation stones for the Navai Museum in Ramanathapuram and the Noyyal Museum in Erode district.

(With inputs from agencies.)