Archaeologists in Colombia have discovered eight ceramic vessels containing small statues made of precious metals and emeralds. These vessels were found within a temple and several nearby graves.
The ancient Muisca people crafted these vessels around 600 years ago. This civilization thrived in the region at that time and was renowned for its metalworking skills.
The ceramic vessels containing valuable artifacts found.
It is precisely because of this ability that the legend of El Dorado – a mythical city made of gold – has been passed down through generations.
Archaeologists have uncovered the temple and graves, remnants of an ancient Muisca town located near present-day Bogotá, Colombia. The excavation took place before the construction of a road in the area.
According to the archaeologists, some of the statues resemble snakes and other animals, while others depict warriors along with their weapons.
The discovered temple may be associated with ancestor worship. However, it is also possible that some of these artifacts were used to worship deities. The ancient Muisca revered multiple gods, including the Sun God and the Moon God.
The Muisca are considered experts in metalworking. When the Spanish arrived in the 16th century, they were astonished by the gold items created by the indigenous people. Since there were no nearby gold mines, it is likely that this metal was traded with other groups.
The gold artifacts of the Muisca are also believed to have inspired the legend of the golden city of El Dorado. To this day, stories about this city continue to captivate many.
