Mystery Unveiled: The Gigantic Ancient Tomb in Turkey That Could Rewrite the Legend of King Midas’ Father
Wikimedia CommonsThe area’s well-preserved grave goods have allowed researchers to learn about the beliefs and customs of the ancient Phrygian kingdom.
Furthermore, the 99 brooches point to the skills of Gordion’s metalworkers, and the significance of the brooch in Phrygian dress and burial customs.
“This is the homeland of the fibula, or brooch. The first fibulas were produced here,” Koç said.
The woodworking, metalworking, and textile-weaving shown in these artifacts prove that the Phrygian people were highly skilled in multiple trades some 3,000 years ago.
Some of these objects are on display at the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations in Ankara, and at the Gordion Museum.
Since UNESCO added Gordion to its World Heritage List in 2023, its impressive burial mounds have found new global recognition and attention, and efforts to unlock the secrets of the Phyrgian kingdom beyond the legacy of King Midas alone will now continue on.
After reading about how the “Midas Tumulus” may actually be the tomb of his father, Gordias, learn about this 3,000-year-old Phrygian rock tomb that was illegally turned into a café. Then, discover this 2,400-year-old tomb in Turkey that might hold the remains of an ancient pro wrestler.
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