Pyotr Kozlov
Russian archaeologist and explorer

Born
October 3rd, 1863
161 years ago
Died
1935
90 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Explorers & Adventurers
Country
Russia
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An archaeologist and explorer, contributed significantly to the study of Central Asia, particularly Mongolia and Tibet. Conducted expeditions in the early 20th century, focusing on the history and cultures of the region. Led a crucial archaeological expedition to the ancient capital of Khara-Khoto, unearthing valuable artifacts and texts. His work laid the foundation for future research in these areas. Authored several works that documented these explorations and findings.
Conducted major excavations at Khara-Khoto
Explored Mongolian and Tibetan cultures
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