Ancient tomb discovered in southwest China

Archaeologists excavate a tomb found at a construction site in Fuling district, Southwest

China's Chongqing municipality [Credit: China News Service]

Pottery is unearthed from the tomb recently discovered in southwest China's

Chongqing Municipality [Credit: China News Service]

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An tomb dating back around 1,800 years has been discovered in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, authorities said Tuesday.The tomb, believed to have been built during the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220AD), contains various burial artefacts such as pottery, statues and broken coins, according to Fuling District Museum.It was found earlier this month during the construction of a kindergarten. Initial investigation shows that the tomb was built for a wealthy person, but archaeologists have not confirmed the owners identity.