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Pattanam: Links From The Mediterranean To China | In Photos

The excavations at Pattanam has revealed a vast and diverse collection of artifacts originating from various regions, including the Indian subcontinent, the Indo-Mediterranean region, and Southeast Asia. Dating back to around 500 BCE, the findings span multiple periods, including the Iron Age, early historic, medieval, and modern eras. The early historic period(300 BC to 500 BC) appears to have been the site’s most active phase.

An archive image of excavations in progress at Pattanam, conducted by the Kerala Council for Historical Research (KCHR). | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
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Kottappuram fort, also known as Cranganore fort, was built by Portugese in 1523AD. This is the site of another excavation connected to the Muziris port.
Kottappuram fort, also known as Cranganore fort, was built by Portugese in 1523AD. This is the site of another excavation connected to the Muziris port. | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
This is the site of Pattanam project, where excavations have happened.
This is the site of Pattanam project, where excavations have happened. Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
Headstones at the Paradesi synagogue in Fort Kochi. The synagogue is a remnant of the Jewish community that flourished in this area, evidencing sea trade.
Headstones at the Paradesi synagogue in Fort Kochi. The synagogue is a remnant of the Jewish community that flourished in this area, evidencing sea trade. | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
The skeleton of a man who lived in 16th century. He was around 20 years old and did not have one arm. This skeleton is on display at Kottappuram fort.
The skeleton of a man who lived in 16th century. He was around 20 years old and did not have one arm. This skeleton is on display at Kottappuram fort. | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
Artifacts from the Pattanam excavation by KCHR.
Artifacts from the Pattanam excavation by KCHR. | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
Dr K P Shajan, archaeologist, looking at the artifacts excavated from Pattanam.
Dr K P Shajan, archaeologist, looking at the artifacts excavated from Pattanam. | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
A face sculpture at PAMA Research Center in Pattanam, Kochi.
A face sculpture at PAMA Research Center in Pattanam, Kochi. | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
Another view of the Kottappuram fort, which is part of Muziris.
Another view of the Kottappuram fort, which is part of Muziris. | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
A wall mural at a church in Kottappuram.
A wall mural at a church in Kottappuram. | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
Chinese Fishing nets on the Kollam-Kottapuram waterway.
Chinese Fishing nets on the Kollam-Kottapuram waterway. | Photo: Tribhuvan Tiwari/Outlook
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