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Dig finds Wari mummies in Lima

Dig finds Wari mummies in Lima

08/09/08 19:02 CET

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Archaeologists in Peru have unearthed three mummies from a tomb in central Lima that are the remains of members of the ancient Wari people. One of the mummies – dubbed The Lady of the Mask – was found with an ornate face mask with striking blue eyes that suggests she had noble standing within the community.

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