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Neanderthals and Homo Sapiens: Ancient Migration Paths Revealed

6/15/2025

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Neanderthals are believed to have traversed the Ural Mountains and southern Siberia between 190,000 and 60,000 years ago, navigating river valleys during warmer climates. Simultaneously, Homo sapiens journeyed from Africa across the Persian plateau, marking pivotal migration paths that shaped the course of human history.

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Neanderthals are believed to have traversed the Ural Mountains and southern Siberia between 190,000 and 60,000 years ago, navigating river valleys during warmer climates. Simultaneously, Homo sapiens journeyed from Africa across the Persian plateau, marking pivotal migration paths that shaped the course of human history.