March 30, 2006 - Archaeology Field Trip
It was fascinating! The site 3000 years ago was a religious area used for sacrificing to God/gods. Not a lot is known about the hows and whys. Most of what was found (besides animal bones and antlers) was jade, gold, ivory, bronze, and stone offerings. All these things were offered to God/gods and then buried in the area.
The museum is not open to the public, so generally people cannot go to see the relics. We arranged this through a special tour guide. Only 17 foreigners have ever seen the items! We feel very privileged! The objects were not behind glass. We couldn't touch them, but a guide was there wearing gloves. She did pick things up for us to see backsides or a closer view for intricate carvings or very faint paint. HOW NEAT!
We had to check our bags and purses before going in to the relic room. And two security guards watched us the whole time. Some of these things are national treasures!!!!
It was a great learning experience for DD. She spotted an ivory tusk still embedded in the dirt. She was so fascinated by the dig site and wanted to start digging! (Of course we were not allowed. We had to stay on the platforms built above the ground.) Now she wants to be an archaeologist!
Mother daughter archaeologist team!
Jade offered as sacrifice.
Gold offered as sacrifice.
Comments
April 1, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by ReneeM
Very cool!!! what great fun, Its definitely time for Keenan and I to do some more rounds as far as field trips go!! we've been lazy homeschoolers... math, he already reads, living life. Maybe next week!! :)
April 2, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by debdillon
Wow, that is so cool. I'm a rather lazy homeschool mom too. My poor kids never get to go on any (or very few) field trips.
Deb
April 2, 2006 - How beyond cool...
Posted by PosterGirl
I'm so glad to find your blog! We just started studying China in depth. I learned only basic geography of China when I was in school. So it is fascinating to learn of its history and culture now with my oldest. Thanks for sharing with all of us your great privilege! I look forward to hearing more of your life experiences. :)
April 2, 2006 - What an awesome experience
Posted by Jammie
How did you get the opportunity to do that when so few others have?
April 2, 2006 - Untitled Comment
Posted by eyecorn
FASCINATING!!! Wouldn't that be the neatest job?? We went on a dino dig once in Wyoming, the dino bones were interesting, but this is way cooler. And y'all are the prettiest mother-daughter archeological team ever :)
April 5, 2006 - Cool field trip
Posted by Swimmom
That looks so much like fun. My daughters' would love doing that . They love to dig anyways but to dig to look and find things would be even better. Thanks for visiting my blog . Hope you enjoy it as much as I have enjoyed reading yours .
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