Archaeologists have found the ruins of an ancient castle in the Tajik city of Penjikent, the National Museum of Tajikistan has reported on its social networks. The ruins were found by an archeology specialist from the museum, Muhsin Bobomulloyev.
The castle likely consisted of two floors, the first made from wood, the second constructed from raw bricks.
“The historical period corresponds to the VI-VIII centuries, the castle was destroyed and burned because of the invasion of foreigners. Ashes and traces of soot on the walls of the memorial corridor are proof of this,” the museum says.
Also, small objects – copper and silver coins, rings, and ornaments — have been uncovered. The museum plans to add the castle to the register of historical and cultural monuments in Tajikistan.
“The work does not end there: in July-August of this year, Tajik archaeologists will conduct additional research on the monument together with specialists of the State Hermitage of Russia,” the museum adds.
