Gujarat Nexus: Tracing Ancient Maritime Trade and Its Modern Relevance
Gujarat, a coastal state in western India, has a long-standing maritime heritage that dates back to the Indus Valley Civilization. With its strategic location along the Arabian Sea, Gujarat played a vital role in shaping ancient trade networks that connected India to Mesopotamia, Egypt, and Southeast Asia. This historic web of connections, known as the Gujarat Nexus, facilitated the exchange of goods, ideas, and culture.