Daijiworld Media Network – Sullia (MS)

Sullia, Aug 13: A recent study has revealed that the well and various structures found within the Medinadka forest of Ajjavara village in Sullia taluk date back to the Stone Age.

The well, located deep within the forest, collects rainwater from hundreds of acres during the monsoon, which then flows out through another vent. Nearby, various uniquely shaped structures have also been discovered in a large open area. According to Rajesh Menala, a local who provided information, a team of experts arrived to study these phenomena.

The study team, led by a retired professor from the department of ancient history and archaeology at Mulky Sundarram Shetty College in Shirva, visited the site on Sunday. The team included Prashant Shetty, a lecturer in history and archaeology from SMS College Brahmavar, archaeology researcher Subhash Nayak from Udupi, and students Arun and Ravindra from SMS College Brahmavar. Local leaders, including Rajesh Menala, were also present.

The team described the well as a ‘miracle construction’ and speculated that it may have been built by the same people who inhabited the nearby Adimakale site.

In the adjacent ground, numerous circular and helical patterns are visible. The helical shapes, found in specific groupings, appear to be related to astronomy, possibly representing star constellations or solar symbols, according to the study team.

The carvings on the ground were made using iron and metal tools. Caves have also been found in Kariyamoole and other areas near Medinadka. Professor Murugeshi noted that the creators of the Adimakale findings likely lived around 3,000 years ago. He added that further information will be provided after more extended research at the site.