Ancient Muisca tomb reveals mysteries of ancient beliefs

Discover a 16th-century tomb containing emeralds and metal statues, reflecting Muisca rituals and beliefs in the afterlife.

Bogota was once home to the Muisca people, one of Colombia's ancient indigenous peoples. Photo: @Francisco Correa.

It is believed that it was this indigenous people who inspired the story of El Dorado, the lost city said to be made of gold. Photo: @Francisco Correa.

While excavating the ruins of an ancient temple in Bogota, Colombia, archaeologist Francisco Correa discovered a unique ancient burial complex. Photo: @Francisco Correa.

It is an ancient tomb belonging to the Muiska people. Photo: @Francisco Correa.

This tomb dates back to around 1,537 to 1,540 AD. Photo: @Francisco Correa.

Amazingly, in this tomb, archaeologist Francisco Corre found eight ceramic jars containing emeralds and metal statues inside. Photo: @Francisco Correa.

The small metal figurines inside the jars are depicted as human figures, some with hoods, clubs and weapons, while others resemble snakes and various animals. Photo: @Francisco Correa.

According to archaeologist Francisco Correa, the Muiska people crafted such objects and buried them with their deceased as offerings to the gods, asking them to guide their souls to the afterlife . Photo: @Francisco Correa.

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