description Tillya Tepe Overview
Tillya Tepe is an archaeological site in northern Afghanistan containing six burial mounds excavated by a Soviet-Afghan team led by Viktor Sarianidi in 1978. The graves contained thousands of objects, including finely worked gold ornaments, weapons, coins, and other goods associated with nomadic elites. The finds are commonly called the Bactrian Gold and are generally dated to the first century CE.
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Where is Tillya Tepe located?
Tillya Tepe is an archaeological site in northern Afghanistan. It is known for a group of rich burial mounds.
When was Tillya Tepe excavated?
The burial mounds were excavated in 1978. The work was led by Viktor Sarianidi with a Soviet-Afghan team.
What was found at Tillya Tepe?
The graves contained thousands of objects, including gold ornaments, weapons, coins, and other goods. The finds show a wealthy and culturally connected burial tradition.
Why is Tillya Tepe important to archaeology?
The site preserves unusually rich burials with finely worked gold and mixed cultural influences. Its discoveries became especially important for studying ancient societies in Afghanistan and Central Asia.
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