Ice maiden mummy, Siberia
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Ice maiden mummy, Siberia
Ice maiden mummy. Also known as the Altai Princess or Ukok Princess, this womans mummified body was found frozen in her burial mound (kurgan) in Siberia in 1993. She was found on the Ukok Plateau, high in the Altai Mountains of southern Siberia. The skin and some hair remains intact, and tattoos can be seen on the shoulder. Thought to be 2500 years old, she was found buried with horses and many artefacts. She was from the Pazyryk people, a Scythian culture. The Scythians were a nomadic European people who inhabited a wide region of steppes extending from present-day Ukraine eastwards into Central Asia
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1900s 1990s 1995 Anthropological Anthropology Archaeological Archaeology Archeology Bronze Age Central Asia Corpse Dead Body Frozen Horses Mummified Mummy Nomad Nomadic Pre Historic Pre History Russia Siberia Tattoo Altai Mountains Burial Mound Kurgan Laboratory Pazyryk Scythia Scythian
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This print showcases the remarkable Ice Maiden mummy, also known as the Altai Princess or Ukok Princess. Discovered in 1993 on the Ukok Plateau, nestled high in the Altai Mountains of southern Siberia, this woman's frozen burial mound revealed a stunning piece of history. Believed to be approximately 2500 years old, her remarkably preserved skin and hair offer a glimpse into ancient times. The image captures not only her well-preserved body but also intricate tattoos adorning her shoulder. These markings provide further insight into her identity and cultural background. As part of the Pazyryk people, a Scythian culture that roamed across Europe and Central Asia during their nomadic existence, she was laid to rest with horses and an array of artifacts. Archaeologists have meticulously studied this precious find at laboratories like the Ethnography Institute. Through their research and anthropological expertise, they have unraveled secrets about her life and society during the Bronze Age. This photograph transports us back in time to an era long gone but still etched within our collective memory. It serves as a reminder of how much we can learn from these archaeological treasures that connect us to our past. The Ice Maiden mummy is an extraordinary testament to human history's richness and diversity - a silent witness waiting patiently for curious minds to unlock its mysteries.
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