Кушманское городище, Medieval hillfort in Yarsky District, Russia.
Kushmanskoe is a medieval fortified settlement built on a large promontory in the Udmurt Republic. The site is defended by two layers of earthen ramparts and ditches that protect the settlement across its expanse.
The settlement was founded in the 9th century and grew into a significant regional center over the following centuries. Archaeological work shows the site remained occupied until the 12th century before being abandoned.
The settlement was a working community where people farmed grain and made metal goods, leaving behind traces of daily crafts and food production. Visitors can sense how residents spent their days through the scattered remains of tools and living spaces.
The site is accessible and provides insights into medieval regional history through its physical remains and structures. Visitors should expect uneven terrain and open areas, so appropriate footwear and clothing for changing weather are recommended.
Scientists reconstructed the face of a female resident from the 11th-12th century using bone analysis, offering rare insight into the people who lived here. This work shows how modern methods can bring forgotten individuals from the distant past back into focus.
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