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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Mamontovaya Kurya is a significant Palaeolithic archaeological site located on the Usa River in the Komi Republic, Russia. This site is notable for its assemblage of stone artifacts and animal bones, alongside a mammoth tusk bearing human-made marks. These findings provide the oldest documented evidence of hominin activity at this latitude, dating back approximately 40,000 years before present, around 38,000 BCE. The artifacts and ecofacts found at Mamontovaya Kurya contribute to our understanding of human migration and adaptation to extreme environments during the Upper Paleolithic period. The site's significance lies in its demonstration of early human presence and activity in northern latitudes, offering valuable insights into the lifestyle and survival strategies of ancient populations.
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