Archaeologists have uncovered rare burial mounds dating back to the fifth century B.C. in Kazakhstan’s Atyrau region, revealing unique jewelry, weapons and ceramic vessels. These findings provide new insights into the region’s ancient history, according to the press office of the akimat (local administration) of the Atyrau region.
The artifacts, including household items, jewelry and weapons, led archaeologists to identify the tombs as «royal tents.» Researchers note that the Sarmatians, the ancient people who once inhabited the area, buried their nobility with weapons, household goods and personal belongings. Excavations uncovered three such tents, each containing 10 to 15 burials.