Mogilanska mound, Ancient Thracian tomb in Vratsa, Bulgaria.
Mogilanska mound is an ancient Thracian burial site near Vratsa containing three stone burial chambers. Inside these chambers, archaeologists found not only valuable artifacts but also the remains of a horse and a chariot.
The burial site dates to the 4th century BCE and is connected to the Odrysian ruler Cotys I. Archaeological excavations in 1965 uncovered multiple burial chambers, revealing the funeral practices of this ancient elite.
The burial complex shows Thracian customs through discovered items like a gold wreath, ritual vessels, and a silver knee pad with goddess depictions, reflecting the importance of women in this ancient society. These precious objects tell stories of funeral rituals and beliefs about the afterlife among the ancient Thracians.
The excavated finds are now displayed at the Regional Historical Museum in Vratsa, where visitors can see the objects in a controlled setting. This museum location makes it easy to view and understand the discoveries from the entire burial complex.
Excavations revealed the remains of a young girl wearing a gold wreath, along with one of the oldest known chariots found in Bulgaria. This rare combination of fine jewelry and a well-preserved vehicle in a female burial is unusual for Thracian tombs.
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