Yana Rhinoceros Horn Site

The Yana site sits along the Yana River, stretching across 2.5 kilometers at a height of 7.5 meters on the second terrace of the river point.

Archaeological excavations from 2001 revealed ancient human settlements dating back 32,500 years, making it the northernmost Upper Paleolithic site in the Arctic region.

The location contains numerous stone tools, bone implements, and decorative items that indicate advanced crafting methods of early human communities in extreme Arctic conditions.

Scientists continue research activities at the site, focusing on preserving artifacts and information while combating thermal erosion and human-induced environmental changes.

The genetic analysis of milk teeth found at the site identified specific Y-chromosomal haplogroup P1 and mitochondrial haplogroup U2, contributing to human migration studies.

GPS coordinates: 70.72361,135.42972

Latest update: May 31, 2025 11:51