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Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site
An archaeological site where in early 2006 a polished Neolithic stone celt engraved with four signs resembling the Indus script was discovered by a local schoolteacher. Epigraphist Iravatham Mahadevan saw it as strong evidence that Neolithic Tamil Nadu and the Indus Valley people may have shared a Dravidian language. Later ASI excavations yielded Megalithic/Iron Age pottery, urns and bowls dated between roughly 300 BCE and 100 CE.
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Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site
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Plan Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site
Typeheritage
Nearest baseSembiyankandiyur
Best timeOctober to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta
Time neededAbout an hour
EntryFree
Nearest town/baseSembiyankandiyur
DistrictMayiladuthurai
Place typeheritage
Time neededAbout an hour.
An archaeological site where in early 2006 a polished Neolithic stone celt engraved with four signs resembling the Indus script was discovered by a local schoolteacher. Epigraphist Iravatham Mahadevan saw it as strong evidence that Neolithic Tamil Nadu and the Indus Valley people may have shared a Dravidian language. Later ASI excavations yielded Megalithic/Iron Age pottery, urns and bowls dated between roughly 300 BCE and 100 CE.
Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site is planned from Sembiyankandiyur, one of the travel bases in Mayiladuthurai district. Use Sembiyankandiyur for stays, food and local transport, then plan this place as a focused stop.
Visiting
Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site — at a glance
TimingsOpen site; daylight hours
Best timeNovember-February for cooler weather
Entry: Free
Getting there: About 12 km from Mayiladuthurai town; nearest railway Mayiladuthurai Jn (~12 km); nearest airport Tiruchirappalli (TRZ) ~150 km
An open field site with little on-site interpretation; of historical interest.
Getting there
How to visit
- Base yourself in Sembiyankandiyur or nearby in Mayiladuthurai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel.
- If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
Timing
Best time
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
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What’s near Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site
templeAmritaghateswarar-Abirami Temple, Thirukadaiyur4.0 km awaytempleAnanthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple5.7 km awaybeachTharangambadi (Tranquebar) Town & Beach5.9 km awaytempleNagannathaswamy Temple, Keelaperumpallam5.9 km awayheritageThe Bungalow on the Beach and Danish Governor's Mansions, Tranquebar6.0 km awaymuseumTharangambadi Maritime Museum (Van Theylingen House)6.1 km away
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Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site — frequently asked
When is the best time to visit Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site?
October to March is the cooler, drier season in the Cauvery delta.
What are the entry fee and timings at Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site?
Entry: Free. Timings: Open site; daylight hours. Fees and timings are indicative — confirm on site before you travel.
How do I reach Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site?
Base yourself in Sembiyankandiyur or nearby in Mayiladuthurai, then confirm the last-mile route locally before travel. If access depends on temple, museum or seasonal rules, check on the day before you go.
How much time do I need for Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site?
About an hour.
What else is near Sembiyankandiyur Neolithic Site?
Nearby you can pair Amritaghateswarar-Abirami Temple, Thirukadaiyur (4.0 km), Ananthamangalam Anjaneyar Temple (5.7 km), Tharangambadi (Tranquebar) Town & Beach (5.9 km), Nagannathaswamy Temple, Keelaperumpallam (5.9 km).
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