The Xiaohe Cemetery, located in the Taklamakan Desert in northwest China, is renowned worldwide for its hundreds of mysterious mummies. Among these, the most notable is the mummy known as the “Xiaohe Princess,” who retains her hair, long eyelashes, and an enigmatic smile.
Situated on a natural sand dune in the Taklamakan Desert, the Xiaohe Cemetery has captivated archaeologists with hundreds of mysterious mummies discovered in large wooden coffins. Experts estimate that the cemetery dates back approximately 4,000 years. The hundreds of mummies found at Xiaohe are remarkable for being almost perfectly preserved after many centuries.
Mummy of “Xiaohe Princess”.
Experts state that the harsh environmental conditions and dry weather of the Taklamakan Desert have contributed to the remarkable preservation of the mummies over time. One of the most famous mummies found in the Xiaohe Cemetery is the “Xiaohe Princess.”
The “Xiaohe Princess” has been determined by specialists to be approximately 4,000 years old. Examination and research of the mummy indicate that the “Xiaohe Princess” had smooth skin, a high nose, auburn hair that was long, and long, curled eyelashes.
“She wore beautiful clothing, a special pointed hat, and her long black hair was tied with a pink ribbon, cascading beneath her hat. Her eyes were gently closed, dreamy as if she were sleeping, with a charming nose and slightly upturned lips, leaving behind an eternal smile for future generations” – A Swedish archaeologist described the beauty of the Xinjiang princess.
“Xiaohe Princess” also possessed an alluring smile. These features suggest that “Xiaohe Princess” was a charming and beautiful woman. Her facial characteristics differ significantly from those of Asians living at that time, leading experts to wonder where this beautiful figure originated.
The girl appeared unusual due to her fair skin, round eyes, and long hair, resembling more of a European than a Chinese person.
DNA testing results show that the mummies possess a genetic heritage that is a mix of Eastern and Western origins.
One male mummy was identified to have genes from people from Eastern Europe.
After surveying the entire cemetery, archaeologists determined that it contains about 330 graves, although over 160 of these have been destroyed over time.
Additionally, there is another strange aspect related to the discovery of the Xiaohe Princess mummy and her attendants. Chinese archaeologists searched for clues within hundreds of kilometers from the burial site but found no connection to those buried in the Xiaohe site, as if they had arrived in Xinjiang from very distant places.
After her death, Xiaohe was buried here.
One hypothesis suggests that Xiaohe originated from somewhere between Southeast Europe and the Ural Mountains. Xiaohe and her community likely had a long-term settlement in the Taklamakan Desert. After her death, Xiaohe was buried here. Not only did she possess beauty, but she also wore impressive clothing, with a conical white hat and high fur-lined boots.
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