The Horseman Mummy: A 2,500-Year-Old Tattooed Warrior from Siberia’s Altai Mountains
Discovered in 1995 within a Pazyryk burial mound deep in the Altai Mountains of Siberia, Russia, the remarkable mummified man known as the Horseman dates back over 2,500 years. This ancient warrior is famed for the intricately detailed elk tattoo etched onto his right shoulder—offering a rare glimpse into the art and culture of the Pazyryk people. This extraordinary find sheds light on early tattoo traditions and the rich history of Siberian nomadic tribes.
