The site resembles the Scythian burials described by Herodotus, including the "phantom horsemen"—vertically installed figures ...

The site resembles the Scythian burials described by Herodotus, including the "phantom horsemen"—vertically installed figures of people and horses sacrificed at the top of the Scythian king's mound.

Second phase of the battle: Macedonian archers and auxiliary cavalry manage to cross the river but are surrounded by thousands of Scythian horsemen. Credit: Stephen Smith / Wikimedia Commons ...

The sacrifices could be an early form of a Scythian burial tradition that lasted for hundreds of years. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.