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Live: What does the discovery of Sanxingdui mean for Chinese civilization?
SUMMARY

Six more ancient sacrificial pits and more than 500 relics are the latest discoveries from the 3,000-year-old Sanxingdui Ruins. A gold mask was among the items found in the historic site.

Situated in the city of Guanghan, southwest China's Sichuan Province, the Sanxingdui Ruins site is considered one of the most significant ancient remains found in the 20th century.

SUMMARY

Six more ancient sacrificial pits and more than 500 relics are the latest discoveries from the 3,000-year-old Sanxingdui Ruins. A gold mask was among the items found in the historic site.

Situated in the city of Guanghan, southwest China's Sichuan Province, the Sanxingdui Ruins site is considered one of the most significant ancient remains found in the 20th century.

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