Archaeologists discover ancient Silk Road cities Tugunbulak and Tashbulak in Uzbekistan's mountains, using drone-based LiDAR technology.

Archaeologists have identified two ancient cities, Tugunbulak and Tashbulak, in Uzbekistan's mountains using drone-based LiDAR technology. Dating from the 6th to 11th centuries, these high-altitude cities were significant along the Silk Road, with Tugunbulak serving as a major metal production hub. The findings challenge previous beliefs about urbanization in harsh mountainous regions and offer new insights into trade networks connecting Europe and Asia.

October 23, 2024
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