Ground-penetrating radar images in Sweden have revealed a series of catacombs of an ancient “death cult”, which contains a treasure trove of artifacts among the most valuable in the world.
In a scientific article recently published on the information page of the University of Gothenburg (Sweden), a team of authors led by Professor Peter Fishcher and Dr. Teresa Burge said they had found a mysterious structure under the underground, looking like cavities, concentrated in the east of the ancient city of Hala Sultan Tekke, on the west bank of Larnaca salt lake, Cyprus.
Close-up of some unique antiques, a treasure trove of both financial and historical value – Photo: GOTHENBURG UNIVERSITY
Subsequent direct surveys revealed a mass burial chamber about 3,500 years old, with countless luxurious burial items, treasures brought from all over the world.
The remains lie among the “treasures” – Photo: GOTHENBURG UNIVERSITY
According to Ancient Origins, inside this mass mausoleum is a real treasure. Many artifacts were found in amazingly intact condition. Most notable may be the only complete ancient Greek ceramic vase ever excavated in the world, crafted around 1350 BC with intricate drawings depicting a warrior on a chariot. Next to it is an intact seal from Babylon, inscribed in 1800 BC; a rare Egyptian scarab from 1350 BC…
Photo: GOTHENBURG UNIVERSITY
In addition, there are many rare treasures imported by ancient people from Türkiye, Crete, Syria, Lebanon, Israel, Palestine…
Inside the tomb there are a total of 52 sets of remains. Analysis results show that although they lived a luxurious life, these people were affected by parasitic diseases and poisoning due to the city’s copper mining industry. , so the oldest person is only about 40.
The structure of the tomb and some ritual burial items show that these people belonged to a “unique” death worshiping sect. This crypt is also where many rituals of this sect take place.
The ancient city itself contains these fascinating ruins, which were abandoned around 1150 BC.
