Two 6000-year-old tombs were discovered in the United Kingdom

A prehistoric complex comprised of 6000-year-old tombs, one of the earliest buildings built in the United Kingdom, was discovered by Kingston University archaeologists. Dr. Helen Wickstead and colleagues were delighted and shocked to discover the Neolithic tomb in Damerham, Hampshire.

Some artifacts, including pottery, flint and some stone tools, have been restored, and a volunteer team will conduct a survey of the area system, recovering and recording any Every artifact is found.

Dr. Wickstead said more detailed research would help reveal more about the Neolithic period. 'We hope that scientific methods will allow us to fully document this area before it is completely corroded. If we can excavate it, we will know a lot more about the Stone Age people, and find out what problems are buried here, their lifestyles, and the environment 6000 years ago. '

She said the finding is particularly rare because it is close to Cranborne Chase, one of Europe's most well-researched prehistoric regions. Dr. Wickstead said: 'I am really excited. It is very rare to find such areas, and these tombs will be of national importance. What is truly amazing is that the site is one of the most famous prehistoric regions, and everyone thinks archaeologists have thoroughly scrutinized the area. '

Dr. Wickstead is the director of the Damerham archaeological project, which began last year to learn more about archeology in the area around Damerham.

Dr. Helen Wickstead examines some artifacts discovered at Damerham.(Photo: Kingston University)

The Damerham area became famous since 2003 when the British Church found traces of plants - this sign could indicate archaeological sites - on aerial photographs. Dr. Wickstead volunteered to perform geophysical testing in this area. And when the research team was planning a survey, Martyn Barber, a member of the project, scanned the area's Windows Live Map to find a parking space and was surprised to discover a tomb. another lies below the first tomb a few hundred meters. Dr. Wickstead said: 'Finding a relic with a date like this is a rare thing. But finding two mausoleums is truly amazing - we are really stunned. '

Research in this area is still in the early stages but Dr. Wickstead believes that these tombs may contain human bones. Nearby there are several traces of large circles that can be built at the same time as the prehistoric ruins at Stonehenge.

In the Stone Age, burial rituals included placing the dead body outside to allow the flesh to break down. Some bones are then placed in the grave, or relatives can retain them for special talismans. Dr. Wickstead said: 'We do not know if these areas include bone chambers - some long tombs do not contain bones, like today's monuments. It is also possible that such rooms have been destroyed - and excavation is the best way to find out exactly. '

Dr. Wickstead concluded: 'Restoring ancient corpses is always done with great care. We respect those who have died, as well as the rest of them '.