The discovery of the excavation sites within the area of 4 km (1.5 sq mi) in Sungai Batu, Kedah proves the existence of a prehistoric Malaysian civilization as early as 788 BC. Archaeological sites in Sungai Batu show evidence of a flourishing industry in iron ore smelting and trade at that time. The current date of the Sungai Batu ancient civilization predates the founding of Ancient Rome making …