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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Science
Vishwam Sankaran

Strange 2,300-year-old burial of dozen humans with hands tied behind back unearthed in Peru

Archaeologists have unearthed the remains of over a dozen humans in Peru dated to around 400BC, buried face down with their hands tied behind their backs, revealing insights about strange ancient burial rituals in the region.

The burial discovered in Peru’s northern coastal region of Puémape points to what may have been an ancient ritual sacrifice or burial, say researchers, including those from the National University of San Marcos.

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