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Archaeologists have uncovered twelve extraordinary ritual pits from the enigmatic Salzmünde culture near Gerstewitz, Germany, revealing haunting evidence of complex Neolithic funeral ceremonies involving human skulls, dog sacrifice, and the ritual burning of structures. Dating to approximately 3000 BC, these circular pits provide unprecedented insights into the mysterious spiritual practices of prehistoric communities grappling with climate change and cultural upheaval during one of Europe’s most turbulent prehistoric periods.
Spectacular Discovery Along Power Transmission Route
The remarkable discovery emerged during excavations conducted by the State Office for Heritage Management and Archaeology Saxony-Anhalt along the route of Germany’s SuedOstLink high-voltage power transmission project. Working in collaboration with transmission operator 50Hertz, archaeologists systematically investigated areas scheduled for construction, leading to the identification of what may be one of Germany’s most significant Neolithic ceremonial complexes.
The twelve circular pits, each measuring 2 to 3 meters in diameter and reaching depths of up to 2.5 meters, were originally enclosed by protective ditches that have long since been filled by centuries of sediment accumulation. The Salzmünde culture, a regional offshoot of the broader Funnel Beaker tradition, flourished between approximately 3400 and 3050 BC across the middle and lower Saale River valley region.
