Human burials are some of the most poignant and famous archaeological remains that survive from the ancient world. People were buried in a variety of ways, from being entombed within massive pyramids to simply getting dumped in a bog. In some cases, people feared that the dead would come back to life and cause harm – leading to their bodies being decapitated or driven through with a stake. Here we'll look at some of the most remarkable examples from around the world and reveal what we can learn from them.
ROYAL TOMBS AT UR Iraq