The First Altars of Central Asia of Bronze Age

Archaeological research at UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Proto-urban Site of Sarazm, reveals the earliest altars in Central Asia from the Bronze Age. These altars, found in temples across Margiana and Bactria, exhibit striking similarities to those in ancient Eastern civilizations, suggesting shared religious or ceremonial practices. The study, led by V.M. Masson, I.S. Masimov, A.A. Askarov, V.I Sarianidi, and T. Shirinov, analyzes altars from sites like Altintepa, Dashli, Sarazm, Togolok-21, Gonur, and Djarkutan, providing insights into the construction of religious centers during this period. The findings challenge conventional assumptions about the development of temple architecture in Central Asia.

Abdusamad Qurbonov Meligaliyevich. (2022). THE FIRST ALTARS OF CENTRAL ASIA OF BRONZE AGE. Zenodo. https://doi.org/10.5281/ZENODO.6529362