Ekven, Archaeological cemetery in Uelen, Russia
The Ekven archaeological site contains over 100 graves dating back 2000 years, located 30 kilometers from the village of Uelen along the Bering Strait.
The site was discovered by researchers D.A. Sergeev and S.A. Arutiunov, who found graves constructed from wood, stone, and whale bones from the Old Bering Sea culture.
The excavations at Ekven revealed numerous female shaman burials, including one notable discovery of an older woman interred with a wooden mask.
The remote location of Ekven requires careful travel planning and coordination with local authorities for access to the archaeological research area.
The cemetery's artifacts and burial structures demonstrate the ancient connections between Siberian and North American Indigenous peoples across the Bering Strait.
Location: Uelen
GPS coordinates: 66.02000,-170.10600
Latest update: March 14, 2025 12:34
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