Rehman Dheri
A Pre-Harappan Archaelogical Site situated near Dera Ismael Khan in North Westren Province of Pakistan.
This is the oldest urbanized center found to date in South Asia. Dated about 4000 BC, site is situated 22 KM north of Dera Ismail Khan. The low mound of this fortified town is visible from Bannu Road. This rectangular mound covering about 22 hectares and standing 4.5 meter above surrounding field. This fortified town of about ten to fifteen thousands inhabitant shows sign of town planning. Pottery, and stone and metal tools were found.
No seals were found and no writing was discovered, though some forms of engraving or scraping on the pottery were observed.