Ancient lakes in the Gobi Desert supported human life 8,000 years ago

The Gobi Desert today is one of the driest and harshest landscapes on Earth, stretching over northern China and Mongolia. Yet, a recent study published in PLOS One reveals that thousands of years ago, the desert was dotted with wetlands and lakes that nourished fertile ground for human life...

More information: https://archaeologymag.com/2025/10/ancient-lakes-in-the-gobi-desert-supported-human-life/

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