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Mysterious Find: Giant Clay Pot Found by Archaeologists Raises Questions
In Kyrgyzstan, an ancient vessel resembling a giant pot was unearthed. The peculiar artifact stood at approximately 1.75 meters in height and could have been created over 2500 years ago.
In the city of Uzgen, located in the southern part of Kyrgyzstan in the Fergana Valley, scientists from the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted archaeological excavations. The research began in the second half of February. After just under 10 days of work, researchers came across an exceptional find. They unearthed a giant clay vessel resembling a jar, pot, or urn.
The unusually large artifact stood at around 1.75 meters in height and was found over 2 meters underground. Radiocarbon dating indicated that it dates back to the period between the 7th and 4th centuries BCE. Archaeologists excavated the vessel and transported it to the Archaeological Museum in Uzgen. In a statement, they wrote that it was in almost pristine condition.
“After thorough cleaning of this incredible artifact, further examination awaits us as part of our project. In the past, we have discovered fragments of similar clay vessels, which indicate the Shoro-Bashat…
