An excavation in northwest China uncovered an ancient saddle that reshaped the history of horse riding
An ancient leather saddle, unearthed in China's Yanghai cemetery, has rewritten history. Radiocarbon dating places it between 727 and 396 BCE, proving structured horse gear existed much earlier than believed. This discovery highlights the advanced horsemanship of ancient nomads, enabling long-distance travel and trade, a testament to early human innovation.
An ancient leather saddle, unearthed in China's Yanghai cemetery, has rewritten history. Radiocarbon dating places it between 727 and 396 BCE, proving structured horse gear existed much earlier than believed. This discovery highlights the advanced horsemanship of ancient nomads, enabling long-distance travel and trade, a testament to early human innovation.
