Belan river (बेलन नदी) is a river in Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is famous for prehistoric sites on its banks.
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Origination
It originates from western part of Sonbhadra district then flows in southern part of Mirzapur and Allahbad districts.
Confluence
In Allahbad district it confluence with Tons river nearby NH-27 and Tonki village.
Historical importance
It is famous for prehistoric sites, which is related with paleolithic, mesolithic and megalithic periods. Chopanimando in Allahabad district, is one of these sites, which deals with evidences of ancient cultivation of wild cereals like rice.
References
Belan River Valley Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA