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Archaeologists Uncover 38 Skeletons at Ancient Peru Citadel

Researchers in northern Peru have discovered a tomb containing 38 sets of human remains alongside gold and copper artefacts at the Chan Chan site.

By 11 Sep 2026 · 08:00 CET Updated 11 Sep 2026 · 08:00 CET

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Archaeologists have uncovered a tomb containing the remains of 38 people at the ancient Chan Chan site in northern Peru, according to Euronews.

Alongside the human skeletons, researchers also found gold and copper objects within the burial site at the historical citadel.

Further details regarding the exact age of the tomb or the cultural specifics of the find were not detailed in the initial report by Euronews.

Source: Euronews. Read the original report ↗

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