Understanding Lothal beyond the archaeological site

Lothal Region

Lothal is not only an archaeological site but part of a wider regional landscape shaped by heritage, settlements, infrastructure, tourism and future development.

LADA

Lothal Area Development Authority

8 Villages: Within the LADA framework
196.88 sq. km.: Area covered
LADA: Lothal Area Development Authority

Regional Overview

Lothal–LADA Regional Overview

Village Maps

The 8 Villages of the Lothal Region

The Lothal Area Development Authority framework encompasses eight villages forming the wider planning and development landscape around Lothal.

LADA village planning map of Arnej — ARNEJLADA Village Map

LADA village planning map of Bholad — BHOLADLADA Village Map

LADA village planning map of Gundi — GUNDILADA Village Map

LADA village planning map of Jawaraj — JAWARAJLADA Village Map

LADA village planning map of Koth — KOTHLADA Village Map

LADA village planning map of Samani — SAMANILADA Village Map

LADA village planning map of Saragvala — SARAGVALALADA Village Map

LADA village planning map of Utteliya — UTTELIYALADA Village Map

Lothal Beyond the Archaeological Site

Lothal's future extends beyond the archaeological site. Regional planning connects heritage conservation with infrastructure, tourism, environmental considerations and the development of surrounding settlements.

Heritage in the Region

Archaeological Remains at LothalBrick-built structures and a water structure within the excavated area.

Living Heritage of the RegionA temple in the region surrounding Lothal.

NMHC Interpretation GalleryInterpretation displays under development at the National Maritime Heritage Complex.