Berel kurgan

Berel kurgan is an archaeological site in the Katonkaragay District in eastern Kazakhstan. The site is located near the village of Berel. At this site, numerous 5th-3rd century BCE Early Saka kurgans were found.

The excavations have revealed artefacts the sophistication of which are encouraging a revaluation of the nomadic cultures of the 5th to 3rd centuries BCE. The Kurgans contained vast quantities of precious golden jewelry.

Horses were buried in the kurgans next to their owner, and were lavishly decorated.