50 Strange Discoveries That Forever Changed Human Knowledge of Ancient Times

Mummified Children Were Left on a Mountain

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Three mummified remains of children aged 4, 5, and 13 were discovered in 1999 in Argentina. Forensic analysis showed that they had consumed maize beer and coca leaf and then were left alone on the mountaintop to pass away. Archaeologists believe that this may also be how the ancient Incas performed human sacrifices.

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