The Sangam period refers to a period in the history of ancient Tamil NADU, Kerala, the southern parts of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, and northern Sri Lanka, spanning from 6th century BCE to 1st century CE. It is known for scholarly congregations in and around the city of Madurai. The period is considered the golden age of Tamil literature and culture as many of its epics were composed during this time.
Well-versed in city planning
The report highlights the supposedly high standard of living in the Sangam era. It talks about the excavation having unearthed well-laid floors made of fine clay, along with roof tiles. The fine groove impressions on the roof may have been used to drain water, the report says. Other excavations include a terracotta pipe that might have run through several quadrants over a stretch of many metres before ending in a soak jar. The pipe and the soak jar attest to the advanced system of the people who lived here. Another brick structure, which looked like a tank/through, had an inlet and an outlet. A covered drain was found below this. A small structure with a stone slab on top, perhaps meant for washing clothes, was also one of the artefacts excavated.
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