Kitchen structure discovered east of main enclosure at Karahan Tepe

City/town/settlement< 4500 BC
Taş Tepeler Discoveries | Revelations and Archaeological Update | Megalithomania
Source: Taş Tepeler Discoveries | Revelations and Archaeological Update | Megalithomania by MegalithomaniaUK

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Kitchen structure investigated at Karahan Tepe during 2023 campaign. Structure contains grinding stones and domestic elements. Research ongoing into potential functions. 🫖

Key facts

  • Kitchen structure discovered east of main enclosure at Karahan Tepe
  • Contains T-pillars. with evidence of animal bones in profusion
  • Predominant discovery of Anatolian meadow viper snake bones
  • Interpreted as preparation area for medicines and herbal remedies rather than food preparation
  • Snake imagery found throughout Karahan Tepe in carved relief and wall inscriptions
  • Snake bones suggest creation of hallucinogenic substances and healing medicines
  • Proposed oracle function similar to Delphi with snake venom intoxication for prophecy

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