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Historical See other Historical Articles Title: Kofun Burial Chamber and Two Iron Swords Uncovered in Parking Lot Shrubbery
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Ancient Origins
URL Source: https://www.ancient-origins.net/new ... archaeology/kofun-tomb-0019332
Published: Sep 20, 2023
Author: Sahir Pandey
Post Date: 2023-09-20 21:45:35 by Charles_Byrd
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A fairly ordinary parking lot in Japans Nara prefecture has revealed the Kofun tomb of an elite person from the ancient era, accidentally uncovered as the area was being cleared to prepare it for shrubbery. The area near the renowned Horyuji temple, under excavation since spring 2022, led to the unearthing of various artifacts, removed from centuries of soil buildup within the stone burial chamber two iron swords, arrowheads, equestrian-related items, exquisite amber jewelry, and clay pots. Click for Full Text! Post Comment Private Reply Ignore Thread
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