Tomb of Yü Hung, Ancient tomb at Shanxi Museum, China.
The marble sarcophagus within the tomb stands 2.17 meters tall and features detailed bas-reliefs depicting various cultural scenes and daily activities.
The tomb, discovered in 1999 in Wangguo village of Taiyuan, dates back to 592 AD during the Sui dynasty period of China.
The interior decorations combine Chinese and Central Asian influences, with panels showing Persian-style banquets, hunting scenes, and Zoroastrian religious symbols.
Visitors can access the tomb through guided tours at the Shanxi Museum, which provides educational materials about the archaeological significance of the site.
DNA analysis revealed that Yu Hong carried haplogroup U5, confirming his Central Asian origin, while his wife belonged to the East Asian haplogroup G.
GPS coordinates: 37.67667,112.42667
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:25
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