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'Dancing in light, shimmering.. like a giant diorama made from mother-of-pearl… was Lake Baikal'
Mike Carter, The Observer, 2009
clay masks
Mystery of unique 2,100-year-old human clay head - with a ram’s skull inside
Modern fluoroscopy identifies sheep bones inside the Tagar culture death mask.
Found: grave of Siberian noblewoman up to 4,500 years old - with links to native Americans
Her treasures include an incense burner decorated by solar symbols, 1,500 beads that once adorned her costume, and 100 pendants made from animal teeth.
Stunning Ice Age rock art vandalised by modern graffiti
Sacred site up to 17,000 years old - believed to be gateway to the underworld - under threat from modern spray paint artists.
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Sent to Siberia
Rookie FSB agents are punished for 'indecent' graduation jinx in Moscow
Gelandewagen parade videos leads to 'career change' as Russia demands highest standards from secret servicemen.
Born in Siberia
Up-close laboratory pictures of ancient mummy as scientists recreate his life and times
Probes taken by South Korean experts will reveal lifestyle of this Arctic boy from 800 years ago.
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