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Ancient Chinese palace deliberately buried 5,000 years ago, mystery remains

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Archaeologists are investigating an ancient capital city near Qingyang, Gansu, in northwest China, where a central palace was deliberately buried 5,000 years ago. The purpose behind this act remains unknown, though it is considered a significant find for understanding China's historical continuity. Scientists announced updates on their work at the Nanzuo site in mid-October. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Kevin McSpadden ·

    Why inhabitants of China’s 5,000-year-old cultural capital buried a stunning ancient palace

    The ancient palace would have been considered a crown jewel of its people. Foreigners would have admired it with awe, and locals would have held it in great esteem. Then, 5,000 years ago, the villagers deliberately buried it, and we do not know why. A team of scientists announced…

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