Kitchen structure discovered east of main enclosure at Karahan Tepe. 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
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
Related site: Karahan Tepe — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
Source: TaÅŸ Tepeler Discoveries | Revelations and Archaeological Update | Megalithomania by MegalithomaniaUK