Discovery of 700-Year-Old Human Remains in Taizhou, Jiangsu Province, China Place: Taizhou, Jiangsu Province, China
Found: 2011
Estimated Value (Human Remains): N/A
In March 2011, while excavating for a new road, builders in Taizhou stumbled upon the remarkably well-preserved remains of a woman believed to be 700 years old from the Ming Dynasty, which ruled China from 1368 to 1644. This discovery highlights the incredible historical artifacts that can be uncovered unexpectedly during construction projects.
Road Crews Discover an Antiquated Chinese Mummy Source: ©Alamy/Imaginechina Limited
The discovery of the 700-year-old woman’s remains in Taizhou revealed that she was likely of high rank, as indicated by her shape and the wooden tomb that enclosed her. Remarkably well-preserved, her features—from her face to her shoes—have changed little since her burial. This find has provided anthropologists with valuable insights into life during the Ming Dynasty.
