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The Indus Valley Civilization, also known as the Harappan civilization, had several major cities or sites, some of which are:

Harappa:
Located in present-day Pakistan, Harappa was one of the most important cities of the Indus Valley Civilization.

It was a center of trade and commerc e and had a very well-planned layout with a grid-like pattern of streets.

The city had a citadel or fortress, public buildings, and residential areas.

Harappa was also famous for its craft industry, which produced items such as pottery, beads, and jewelry.
Mohenjo-Daro:
Located in present-day Pakistan.

It was a well-planned city with a complex system of drainage and water supply.

The houses were made of baked bricks and had multiple rooms.

Mohenjo-Daro had public buildings, granaries, and a large public bath, which was a unique feature of the civilization.
Dholavira:
Located in present-day India.

Dholavira had a sophisticated water management system and a large fortified area.

The city also had large public buildings, a stadium, and an elaborate system of underground drainage.
Lothal:
Located in present-day Gujarat, India.

Lothal was a major center for trade and commerce.

Lothal was famous for its dockyard , which is considered to be one of the earliest in the world.

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