Archaeology breakthrough as ‘uniquely shaped pyramids’ discovered in European country

By Astha Saxena, Features Reporter

Archaeologists have stumbled upon uniquely shaped pyramids (Image: Zespół Parków Krajobrazowych Województwa Wielkopolskiego Facebook)

Archaeologists have stumbled upon uniquely shaped pyramids, which are believed to be from 5,500 years ago, in a European country. The pyramids were discovered using an advanced remote sensing technology in a landscape park in Poland. 

During a routine survey of Chlapowski Landscape Park in Wyskoć, the experts from Adam Mickiewicz University spotted two monumental triangular structures stretching as long as 650 feet and 13 feet high. Known as “Polish pyramids”, the structures used to serve as burials for high-ranking individuals of the Funnelbeaker culture. One of the researchers Artur Golis said: “Although the Funnelbeaker cultures were fairly egalitarian communities, individuals important to the population—a leader, a priest, a shaman—were buried in tombs.”

Archaeologists used an aerial scanner followed by on-the-ground excavation to locate the tombs.

This particular style of construction has the east end wider and taller than the west, creating a triangle shape or tail-like design from the tomb. Experts believe the use of the trapezoid shape is tied to the style of houses once used by nearby Neolithic cultures, according to the Polish Press Agency.

Built by the Funnelbeaker Culture, these pyramids stand as remarkable burial monuments from one of Europe’s earliest farming communities. Their rarity suggests they may hold valuable insights into the lives and practices of the people who created them.

The newly discovered site is just the second of its kind in the area, though several have been found in northwestern Poland. 

The tombs were usually topped with cobblestones and marked by huge stones—some up to 10 tons—highlighting the culture’s impressive teamwork and tools. 

Mr Golis continued: “The largest boulders that formed the entrance of the tomb are missing. Each generation built its own megalith, honoring the deceased who played a vital role in their community."

Although no human remains were uncovered in the latest tomb, archaeologists are optimistic that items like axes and pottery may still be buried nearby. 

“These artifacts,” Golis said, “could provide further insight into the spiritual and daily lives of the Funnelbeaker people.”