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(CNN) — Excavations of an archaeological site in Panama have revealed the grave of a religious leader buried over 1,200 years ago alongside a cache of gold objects — and
The tomb, discovered in Panama, belonged to an elite chief who was laid to rest face down, on top of a woman's body, which was customary in their community. | Trending
Ancient riches were found buried within a tomb along with a group of people who had 'sacrificed themselves'.
Human sacrifice victims were buried in the tomb to 'accompany' the dead lord.
The tomb is believed to have been built in 750 AD for a high-status male leader. The lord was buried face down on top of a female companion, a burial custom for the elite at the time.