Sivalik Hills

Sivalik Hills
Sivalik Hills and Ganges River
Dimensions
Length2,400 km (1,500 mi)
Geography
Sivalik Hills, highlighted in light red
Locationnorthern Indian subcontinent
Range coordinates27°46′N 82°24′E / 27.767°N 82.400°E / 27.767; 82.400
Parent rangeouter Himalayas
Geology
Rock typeTertiary

The Sivalik Hills, also known as Churia Hills, are a mountain range of the outer Himalayas. The literal translation of "Sivalik" is 'tresses of Shiva'. The hills are known for their numerous fossils, and are also home to the Soanian Middle Paleolithic archaeological culture.

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