tiya
states: [ethiopia]
category: cultural
year: 1980
location: Sodo woreda, Gurage zone, Southern Nation Nationalities & Peoples Region
region: Africa
latitude/longitude: 8.4349100000, 38.6121000000
Tiya, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Ethiopia, is an ancient archaeological site featuring 36 mysterious stelae from the 12th to 14th centuries. These carved stones, adorned with symbols, mark a prehistoric burial ground, reflecting an enigmatic lost culture. This site offers a haunting glimpse into Ethiopia’s ancient past.
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