Taung Collection

Young Australopithecus africanus
Reconstruction drawing of the head of the young Australopithecus africanus, represented by the Taungs skull discovered in Bechuanaland. Date: 1925

Australopithecus Africanus
5307964 Australopithecus Africanus; (add.info.: Australopithecus Africanus. an extinct (fossil) species of the australopithecines

Australopithecus Africanus
5307966 Australopithecus Africanus; (add.info.: Australopithecus Africanus. an extinct (fossil) species of the australopithecines

Australopithecus Africanus
5307968 Australopithecus Africanus by Prehistoric; (add.info.: Australopithecus Africanus. an extinct (fossil) species of the australopithecines

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Myanmar, Shan State, A house beside a tributary to Inle Lake, near Indein and Nyaung Ohak villages

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Myanmar, Shan State, Villagers disembarking from boats, Inle Lake, near Indein and Nyaung Ohak villages

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Myanmar, Shan State, Women washing themselves in Inle Lake, near Indein Village

Su Taung Pyi Pagoda on Mandalay Hill, Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)

Myanmar - Taung saung Nat or Burmese Guardian Spirit
Myanmar - Taung saung Nat (Spirit) or Burmese Angel. Taung saung Nats are mountain guardian spirits who appear to act as a deterrent against environmental destruction. Date: circa 1910s

Taung Child skull (Taung 1) C016 / 5102
Taung Child skull (Taung 1). Side view of a cast of a fossil skull of an Australopithecus africanus child from Taung, South Africa. A

Taung Child skull (Taung 1) C016 / 5103
Taung Child skull (Taung 1). Oblique view of a cast of a fossil skull of an Australopithecus africanus child from Taung, South Africa. A

on train to Sin Taung - Kalaw
On train to Sin Taung - Kalaw - Water buffalo ploughing. Much of the upland type of farming is responsible for the prevalent erosion = jungle burned back, top soil farmed away in rice, corn

Sin Taung village - Kalaw - SinTaung (sin =elephant, taung = mountain). A Gurka village - Walk to station to take the down train to Sintaung to eat picnic lunch and then await return train

Gurka women - Kalaw - Sin taung - Gurka women Date: 1952

Hominid fossil sites in Africa. Map of the continent of Africa, where humans first evolved, showing eight sites (dots) where the famous fossils have been found

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"Discovering the Taung: Unveiling the Young Australopithecus africanus" In the realm of paleoanthropology, one name stands out - Taung. This young Australopithecus africanus fossil, known as Taung Child skull (Taung 1) C016 / 5102, has revolutionized our understanding of human evolution. Discovered in South Africa in 1924 by Raymond Dart, this remarkable find provided crucial evidence for our evolutionary journey. But beyond its scientific significance lies another intriguing connection to Myanmar. In Burmese culture, "Taung saung Nat" is revered as a guardian spirit protecting villages and communities. Just like this ancient hominid represents a link to our past, these spirits symbolize protection and guidance for those who believe. Speaking of Myanmar, let's explore its enchanting landscapes. From the Su Taung Pyi Pagoda on Mandalay Hill to Sin Taung village in Kalaw - this country holds breathtaking beauty at every turn. As we embark on a train journey towards Sin Taung-Kalaw, we witness stunning vistas that captivate both locals and travelers alike. Immersed in nature's embrace within Sin Taung village-Kalaw lies an encounter with Gurka women adorned with vibrant traditional attire. Their presence adds color and cultural richness to this picturesque setting. Just like how each piece fits into a puzzle, these diverse aspects come together to weave tales of history and heritage across continents. The story of the young Australopithecus africanus named "Taung, " intertwined with Burmese spirituality and captivating landscapes from Myanmar reminds us that exploration goes beyond borders – it unites us all in our quest for knowledge about ourselves and our world.