# After 160 years of excavations, archaeologists find a 2,800-year-old bone flute at ancient Troy

- Source: Times of India
- Published: 2026-10-27T05:30:00+00:00
- Category: World
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For the first time in 160 years, archaeologists unearthed a bone flute at Troy, dating back approximately 2,800 years. In addition, they found a humanoid idol from the Early Bronze Age, offering new insights into the region's cultural traditions. The discoveries were announced by Turkish Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy. This time period correlates with the legendary works of Gre

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