Agroha Archaeological Mound

Agroha Archaeological Mound is an ancient excavated settlement located in Agroha village, about 20 km northwest of Hisar in Haryana, India. The mound marks the remains of the historic town of Agroha, traditionally associated as the capital of Maharaja Agrasen. Excavations have revealed continuous habitation from the 4th century BCE to the 14th century CE, including fortification walls, residential structures, Buddhist stupa remains and artefacts now displayed nearby.

Visitors can expect a large open earthen mound with exposed excavated structures including ancient brick walls, foundations of residential and fortification remains, and remnants of a Buddhist stupa. The site is an open-air archaeological area with information boards explaining the excavation layers. The surroundings are semi-arid plains with the adjacent Agroha Museum displaying recovered artefacts such as coins, seals, pottery and sculptures. The visit involves walking on uneven ground and viewing the excavated trenches and structural remains.

Agroha is identified with the ancient town of Agrodaka mentioned in literature. Excavations first conducted in 1888-89 by C.J. Rodgers and later in 1978-79 by the Archaeological Survey of India and Haryana Department of Archaeology revealed a sequence of five cultural periods from the 4th century BCE to the 14th century CE. Findings include fortification walls, punch-marked coins, Roman coins, terracotta seals, pottery and structural remains indicating a prosperous trading and administrative centre.

The site is traditionally regarded as the capital founded by Maharaja Agrasen and holds cultural importance for the Agrawal community. The nearby Agroha Dham temple complex commemorates this association. The mound and its museum preserve the material heritage of the region and illustrate early urban settlement, trade and Buddhist presence in Haryana.