Ancient Karnataka: Prehistoric Settlement Discovered with Stone Tools and 3000 BCE Bison Petroglyphs

Sep 30, 2025 08:57 pm CST

Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of prehistoric human settlement in Karnataka's Vijayanagara district, featuring Mesolithic stone tools, Neolithic artifacts, and remarkable petroglyphs including a 3-foot bison carving dated around 3000 BCE. These findings along the Hagari river suggest continuous human habitation spanning multiple prehistoric periods.