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Michael McIntyre is back on the road with a massive world tour: Tickets, dates and venues

26 February 2024, 09:30

By Tom Eames

Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT!

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It has been five years since Michael's last tour, and he can't wait to bring more laughs around the world.

Michael McIntyre's keen observational comedy and unique ability to transform ordinary moments into showcases of human frustration have resonated deeply with countless fans.

Thus far, his stand-up tours have surpassed four million tickets in sales. Notably, he achieved a record-breaking 28 sold-out performances at London's O2 arena, earning him the keys to the venue.

Tickets for the 2024 tour are on sale now from Ticketmaster .

The full dates are:

• Friday 23rd February: Plymouth, Pavilions
• Saturday 24th February Plymouth, Pavilions
• Sunday 25th February Plymouth Pavilions (* new date)
• Monday 26th February Plymouth, Pavilions (* new date)
• Tuesday 27th February Plymouth, Pavilions (* new date)
• Wednesday 28th February Plymouth, Pavilions (* new date)
• Thursday 29th February Plymouth, Pavilions (* new date)
• Friday 8th March Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena
• Saturday 9th March Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena
• Sunday 10th March Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena (* new date)
• Friday 15th March Newcastle, Utilita Arena (* new date)
• Saturday 16th March Newcastle, Utilita Arena
• Friday 22nd March Manchester, AO Arena
• Saturday 23rd March Manchester, AO Arena
• Thursday 4th April Eastbourne, Congress (*new date)
• Friday 5th April London, The O2
• Saturday 6th April London, The O2
• Friday 12th April London, The O2
• Saturday 13th April London, The O2
• Sunday 14th April London, The O2 (* new date)
• Friday 19th April Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena (* new date)
• Saturday 20th April Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena
• Thursday 25th April Hull, Arena (* new date)
• Friday 26th April Hull, Arena
• Saturday 27th April Sheffield, Utilita Arena
• Wednesday 1st May Utilita Arena (* new date)
• Thursday 2nd May Cardiff, Utilita Arena (* new date)
• Friday 3rd May Cardiff, Utilita Arena (* new date)
• Saturday 4th May Cardiff, Utilita Arena (* new date)
• Sunday 5th May Cardiff, Utilita Arena (* new date)
• Friday 10th May London, OVO Arena Wembley
• Saturday 11th May London, OVO Arena Wembley
• Wednesday 15th May Aberdeen, P&J Arena (* new date)
• Thursday 16th May Aberdeen, P&J Arena
• Friday 17th May Glasgow, OVO Hydro (* new date)
• Saturday 18th May Glasgow, OVO Hydro
• Sunday 19th May Glasgow, OVO Hydro (* new date)
• Friday 24th May Birmingham, Utilita Arena
• Saturday 25th May Birmingham, Utilita Arena
• Sunday 26th May Birmingham, Utilita Arena (* new date)
• Thursday 30th May Dublin, 3Arena (* new date)
• Friday 31st May Belfast, SSE Arena (* new date)
• Saturday 1st June Belfast, SSE Arena

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Michael McIntyre's MACNIFICENT Tour: Dates, Venues And How To Get Tickets

17 February 2023, 05:00 | Updated: 20 February 2024, 16:42

By Capital FM

Michael McIntyre is hitting the road with his MACNIFICENT tour! Here's how you can get tickets.

Michael McIntyre has embarked on MACNIFICENT, his stand-up tour which he's taking from the UK and Ireland all the way to New York, starting with Bristol last September and wrapping up in Birmingham later this year.

It's the comedic legend's first tour in five years, and after an eventful few years across the globe he's returning to the stage to give fans some much-needed LOLs.

Here's everything you need to know about the MACNIFICENT show, from dates and venues to how to get tickets.

Michael McIntyre's MACNIFICENT tour dates

Sunday 25th February Plymouth Pavilions (* new date)

Monday 26th February Plymouth, Pavilions (* new date)

Tuesday 27th February Plymouth, Pavilions (* new date)

Wednesday 28th February Plymouth, Pavilions (* new date)

Thursday 29th February Plymouth, Pavilions

Friday, 8 March 2024, Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena

Saturday, 9 March 2024, Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena

Sunday 10th March Nottingham, Motorpoint Arena (* new date)

Friday 15th March Newcastle, Utilita Arena (* new date)

Saturday, 16 March 2024, Newcastle, Utilita Arena

Friday, 22 March 2024, Manchester, AO Arena

Saturday, 23 March 2024, Manchester, AO Arena

Thursday 4th April Eastbourne, Congress (*new date)

Friday, 5 April 2024, London, The O2

Saturday, 6 April 2024, London, The O2

Friday, 12 April 2024, London, The O2

Saturday, 13 April 2024, London, The O2

Sunday 14th April London, The O2 (* new date)

Friday 19th April Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena (* new date)

Saturday, 20 April 2024, Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena

Friday, 26 April 2024, Hull, Bonus Arena

Saturday, 27 April 2024, Sheffield, Utilita Arena

Friday, 10 May 2024, London, OVO Arena Wembley

Saturday, 11 May 2024, London, OVO Arena Wembley

Thursday, 16 May 2024, Aberdeen, P&J Arena

Saturday, 18 May 2024, Glasgow, OVO Hydro

Thursday 25th April Hull, Arena (* new date)

Wednesday 1st May Utilita Arena (* new date)

Thursday 2nd May Cardiff, Utilita Arena (* new date)

Friday 3rd May Cardiff, Utilita Arena (* new date)

Saturday 4th May Cardiff, Utilita Arena (* new date)

Sunday 5th May Cardiff, Utilita Arena (* new date)

Wednesday 15th May Aberdeen, P&J Arena (* new date)

Friday 17th May Glasgow, OVO Hydro (* new date)

Sunday 19th May Glasgow, OVO Hydro (* new date)

Friday, 24 May 2024, Birmingham, Utility Arena

Saturday, 25 May 2024, Birmingham, Utility Arena

Sunday 26th May Birmingham, Utilita Arena (* new date)

Thursday 30th May Dublin, 3Arena (* new date)

Friday 31st May Belfast, SSE Arena (* new date)

How to get tickets to MACNIFICENT

Tickets for Michael McIntyre's 2024 tour MACNIFICENT are on sale now.

You can get your tickets at Ticketmaster.co.uk.

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Michael McIntyre announces new Macnificent world tour

Monday 13th February 2023, 10:24am

• Michael McIntyre is to tour the world with new show Macnificent
• Initial dates across the UK, in Dublin and New York City have been announced
• Tickets go on sale at 10am this Friday, 17th February, from retailers including Ticketmaster

Michael McIntyre is embarking on a new world tour.

Macnificent runs from September 2023 to June 2024 , with performances currently planned in venues across the UK, in Dublin and New York City, and more to follow.

Promoters tease: "Much has happened in the five years since his last tour and Michael will be making mirth from the madness of it all."

Tickets for the current range of dates go on sale at 10am this Friday, 17th February, from retailers including Ticketmaster .

Wednesday 6th September - Bristol, Hippodrome Thursday 7th September - Bristol, Hippodrome Friday 8th September - Bristol, Hippodrome Friday 15th September - New York Beacon Theatre Saturday 16th September - New York, Beacon Theatre Thursday 12th October - Bournemouth International Centre, Windsor Hall Friday 13th October - Bournemouth International Centre, Windsor Hall Saturday 14th October - Bournemouth International Centre, Windsor Hall Friday 27th October - Brighton Centre Saturday 28th October - Brighton Centre Sunday 29th October - Brighton Centre Friday 3rd November - Dublin, 3Arena Saturday 4th November - Dublin, 3Arena Saturday, 25 November - Leeds, First Direct Arena Friday 1st December - Swansea Arena Saturday 2nd December - Cardiff International Arena Sunday 3rd December - Cardiff International Arena Friday 23rd February - Plymouth Pavilions Saturday 24th February - Plymouth Pavilions Friday 8th March - Nottingham Motorpoint Arena Saturday 9th March - Nottingham Motorpoint Arena Saturday 16th March - Newcastle, Utilita Arena Friday 22nd March - Manchester, AO Arena Saturday 23rd March - Manchester, AO Arena Friday 5th April - London, The O2 Saturday 6th April - London, The O2 Friday 12th April - London, The O2 Saturday 13th April - London, The O2 Saturday 20th April - Liverpool, M&S Bank Arena Friday 26th April - Hull, Bonus Arena Saturday 27th April - Sheffield Utilita Arena Friday 10th May - London, OVO Arena Wembley Saturday 11th May - London, OVO Arena Wembley Thursday 16th May - Aberdeen, P&J Arena Saturday 18th May - Glasgow, OVO Hydro Friday 24th May - Birmingham Utilita Arena Saturday 25th May - Birmingham Utilita Arena Saturday 1st June - Belfast, SSE Arena

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Everything you need to know about Michael McIntyre’s MAGNIFICENT tour at AO Arena

Dads, we do hope you kept your tickets in the 'man drawer'.

British comedy legend Michael McIntyre is rolling back into Manchester this weekend for a double bill of his brand-new tour, MAGNIFICENT at the AO Arena.

Still one of the biggest names in UK comedy and always delivering a reliable and largely family-friendly performance (this being a 14+ show), he’s set to pack out the legendary Manc entertainment venue this Friday and Saturday.

Despite being a household name for the best part of two decades now, this latest show is actually his first stand-up tour in five years and has already received pretty solid reviews from the likes of Chorlte , so it’s great to see him back out on the circuit.

With all that in mind, we thought we’d provide those going along to either of his two Manchester shows with all the info you need.

Are there tickets left?

First off, if you’re still looking to grab tickets to see Michael McIntyre at Manchester’s AO Arena , although the Sunday is sold out there are still a fair few tickets left for the Friday, 22 March show.

With the cheapest tickets starting from just £34.50 and the closest seats going all the way up to £147.06, you can pretty much have your pick of the bunch.

As always, if you’re feeling like being a bit posh and treating yourself (you always deserve it, as far as we’re concerned), you can of course spring for the more premium hospitality packages like the Electric Lounge’s Champagne Experience. You can find the full gamut of tickets HERE .

Warm-up act and stage times for Michael McIntyre’s Manchester show

As for stage times, comedy shows at the AO Arena skew slightly earlier than the likes of your live music in Manchester but we can still let you know how long you can expect to be there.

Doors are set to open from 6pm on both nights but the jokes won’t start flying until 8pm, so you’ll have plenty of time to grab a drink, something to eat, nip to the loo etc.

With opening support act Jake Lambert — who has also turned with the likes of industry heavyweights Romesh Ranganathan and Jack Dee — set to take the stage for a 20-minute warm-up set at 8pm, McIntyre isn’t due on until 8:20pm, and his roughly 75-minute set will take you up to 22:10pm, so you should be out well before the venue’s curfew at 11pm.

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How to get to the AO Arena and other travel info

The AO Arena is right in the heart of the city centre, so it’s fairly easy to get to.

The AO Arena is located within the Manchester Victoria Station complex in the city centre, on the corner of Trinity Way, Hunts Bank and Great Ducie Street. You can enter through the station (up the stairs), through the Trinity Way Tunnel, or from Hunts Bank.

By tram:  Also super straight-forward – hop off the tram at Manchester Victoria and you’re right by the stairs to the venue. It’s also a short walk from Exchange Square and Shudehill. Trams run directly to Victoria Station from Rochdale, Bury, Altrincham, East Didsbury and the Airport.

By train:  While Piccadilly is the city’s largest train station, plenty of trains do pass through Manchester Victoria. You can plan your journey through the  National Rail website .

Parking:  The postcode if you’re driving to the AO Arena is M3 1AR. There’s an on-site CitiPark car park with 958 spaces, which can be pre-booked  here . Bear in mind that Trinity Way is closed after concerts to allow gig-goers to leave safely, though cars are allowed out of the car park with directions from staff.

About the AO Arena

The AO Arena has a few strict policies to keep gig-goers safe, so make sure to check entry requirements carefully before you travel.

For example, only one small bag per person is allowed, and bags like backpacks, travel cases and laptop bags are not permitted inside the arena.

All bags are scanned on entry to check for prohibited items like laser pens, flares, projectiles, weapons, drugs and alcohol, and even selfie sticks.

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We hope that should be everything you need to know ahead of Michael McIntyre’s two Manchester shows this weekend.

The veteran comic also recently had to postpone a show in Southampton after undergoing surgery at the start of the month, so we’re glad to hear he’s back fit, fighting and funny.

Also, if you’re looking for somewhere for a classy drink and a nice bite to eat, then the brand-new Mezz restaurant is the perfect spot for some pre-gig fun.

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The most beautiful places in the UK have been named, with several spots up north elbowing their way onto the list.

From mystical caves in the Lake District to the Mediterranean-style architecture in… Wales… there are so many stunning places to explore on our doorstep.

Time Out’s list of the 15 most beautiful places in the UK , compiled by travel writers, has picked out ‘pinch-me’ destinations across the nation.

Several of the places chosen are within a couple of hours’ drive of Manchester, too, so you really don’t have far to go to seek out the very best of the British isles.

One spot that was well-deserving of a mention is Portmeirion, a popular village in North Wales that’s famous for its colourful architecture.

The village is the brainchild of Sir Clough Williams-Ellis and was inspired by the Mediterranean, which is plain to see in the colourful buildings and palm trees jutting out from an otherwise very British scene,

The tourist hotspot completed in 1975 and Time Out says it’s ‘like something out of a dream’.

The guide said: “This unique tourist village has established itself as the most romantic spot in north Wales. 

“Of course, it certainly helps if it comes with Italianate architecture, colourful facades and an unforgettable sense of romance. How could you not fall for Portmeirion?”

Another spot in the north of England that has been named one of the most beautiful places in the UK is Rydal Caves, tucked in the heart of the Lake District.

Now us Mancs know that nowhere in the country can compare to the majestic scenes right across the national park, but there is something really special about the dramatic cave system.

Located right between Grasmere and Ambleside, they’re accessible in just a 15 minute walk from the nearest car park.

You can leap across stepping stones all the way to the back of the cave, then look back out at the surrounding woodland through the cave’s huge entrance.

This spot was chosen by Netflix for scenes of the second season of The Witcher – told you it was magical.

Over in Yorkshire (and it’s a surprise to no one to see this on the list), is The Shambles in York.

The well-preserved medieval street features ramshackle buildings, cobbled street, and quaint little shops, and again looks like something straight out of a storybook.

Skipping over its gory past, Time Out said: “There are few easier, more atmospheric ways to transport yourself back hundreds of years (without the iffy smells and sights) than a stroll down Shambles.”

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The people of Ashton are set to be treated to their first-ever street art festival this weekend as Art Battle Manchester is set to descend on the market town.

Running for over a decade now, Art Battle MCR has gradually been building a loyal following across Greater Manchester and now they’re taking their talents over to Tameside.

Dubbing it the ‘Ashton Underlined Paint Jam’ (very, very good punnage there), the free festival will see over 20 of the UK’s top street artists arrive in Ashton to transform the hoardings outside the town hall into a dynamic outdoor art gallery. 

Curated by internationally renowned street artist, Jay Sharples, the town’s inaugural Paint Jam promises to be a lively celebration of art, culture, and community, whilst also being crucially free for all to attend.

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Set to deliver fun for all the family – no, we don’t mind using that old chestnut when it’s actually true – the day will also feature live music from local DJs, top-notch food from local independents and activities for all ages.

For instance, kids will be able to unleash their creativity with supervised spray-painting sessions, as well as enjoying dynamic break-dancing and skateboarding performances will provide entertainment for the whole family.

It’s all about expression this weekend.

Kicking off from 10:30am and running until 5pm on Saturday, 18 May outside Ashton Town Hall, you don’t need to book tickets, just simply turn up and soak up the colour and creativity.

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Art Battle co-founder John Macaulay said of the event: “The Ashton Underlined Paint Jam is right up our street – it brings art outside the gallery for the enjoyment of all.”

Funded through the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) for Communities and Place for the Ashton Creative Improvement District awarded to Tameside Council, the Ashton Underlined Paint Jam aims to enhance the cultural vibrancy of Ashton town centre and get people creating.

And if you’ve never been to an Art Battle event in Manchester before, trust us, you’re seriously missing out.

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Michael McIntyre: Macnificent World Tour

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Michael McIntyre's Big World Tour

• Date 5 Oct - 14 Oct 2018
• Venue The O2 arena
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Britain's biggest comedian Michael McIntyre is going global with his Big World Tour.

In the UK, Michael has performed three arena tours selling over 1.5 million tickets, including a record 28 times at The O2 arena where he was awarded the keys to the venue along with Prince, Take That and One Direction.

Around the world, Michael has previously sold out arenas in New Zealand, Australia and Dubai and holds the record for the biggest selling comedy shows in South Africa and Norway.

Michael currently presents his own television show Michael McIntyre's Big Show on BBC1. The last series averaged over 6.5 million viewers and recently received two BAFTA nominations.

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• Date 22 - 23 Mar , 2024
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Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT! Much has happened in the five years since his last tour and Michael will be making mirth from the madness of it all.

His previous tours have sold over four million tickets and broken box-office records around the world.

Michael McIntyre’s spot-on observational comedy and trademark mastery of turning everyday situations into masterclasses of human exasperation have struck a chord with millions of fans.

To date, Michael's stand-up tours have sold over four million tickets, including a record-breaking twenty-eight sold out shows at London’s O2 for which he was awarded the keys to the venue.

Michael’s global success continues to flourish with his ‘Big World Tour’, which began in early 2017, visiting over twenty countries and culminating in Michael's Netflix special “Showman”.

In addition to stand-up, Michael hosts two of the BBC’s most successful entertainment shows - ‘Michael McIntyre's Big Show’ and ‘The Wheel’. The BAFTA winning ‘Big Show’ is currently in its sixth series and averages over seven million viewers. ‘The Wheel’, which Michael also devised and also hosts for NBC in America, is in its third series and has been nominated for both BAFTA and National Television Awards.

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"… Britain's undisputed No 1 comedian" – Mail on Sunday “Snortingly funny” – The Telegraph “….he can – and will – be funny about pretty much anything” – The Times

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Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT! Much has happened in the five years since his last tour and Michael will be making mirth from the madness of it all. 

Michael is the host of two of the BBC’s most successful entertainment shows, the BAFTA-winning Michael McIntyre’s Big Show and The Wheel, which he devised and also hosts for NBC in America. 

His previous tours have sold over four million tickets and broken box-office records around the world. STRICTLY 14+ Potential swearing and adult content

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• Date Nov 24 - 25 , 2023
• Doors Open 6.00PM
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"… Britain's undisputed No 1 comedian" – Mail on Sunday “Snortingly funny” – The Telegraph

“….he can – and will – be funny about pretty much anything” – The Times

Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT! Much has happened in the five years since his last tour and Michael will be making mirth from the madness of it all.

His previous tours have sold over four million tickets and broken box-office records around the world.

Michael McIntyre’s spot-on observational comedy and trademark mastery of turning everyday situations into masterclasses of human exasperation have struck a chord with millions of fans.

To date, Michael's stand-up tours have sold over four million tickets, including a record-breaking twenty-eight sold out shows at London’s O2 for which he was awarded the keys to the venue.

Michael’s global success continues to flourish with his ‘Big World Tour’, which began in early 2017, visiting over twenty countries and culminating in Michael's Netflix special “Showman”.

In addition to stand-up, Michael hosts two of the BBC’s most successful entertainment shows - ‘Michael McIntyre's Big Show’ and ‘The Wheel’. The BAFTA winning ‘Big Show’ is currently in its sixth series and averages over seven million viewers. ‘The Wheel’, which Michael also devised and also hosts for NBC in America, is in its third series and has been nominated for both BAFTA and National Television Awards.

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Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT! 

20th april is now sold out.

"… Britain's undisputed No 1 comedian " – Mail on Sunday “ Snortingly funny ” – The Telegraph “…. he can – and will – be funny about pretty much anything ” – The Times

Much has happened in the five years since his last tour and Michael will be making mirth from the madness of it all at M&S Bank Arena in April 2024.

Age Limit: Strictly 14+

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Michael McIntyre: MACNIFICENT

• Sun 19 May / 24 DOORS: 6.30pm 1830 Doors open 2000 Event starts 2200 Event finishes Find Tickets

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Michael McIntyre is back on stage with his brand new show MACNIFICENT! Much has happened in the five years since his last tour and Michael will be making mirth from the madness of it all. 

Michael is the host of two of the BBC's most successful entertainment shows, the BAFTA-winning Michael McIntyre’s Big Show and The Wheel, which he devised and also hosts for NBC in America. 

His previous tours have sold over four million tickets and broken box-office records around the world.

Michael’s return to stand-up is not to be missed!

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Zvenigorod's most famous sight is the Savvino-Storozhevsky Monastery, which was founded in 1398 by the monk Savva from the Troitse-Sergieva Lavra, at the invitation and with the support of Prince Yury Dmitrievich of Zvenigorod. Savva was later canonised as St Sabbas (Savva) of Storozhev. The monastery late flourished under the reign of Tsar Alexis, who chose the monastery as his family church and often went on pilgrimage there and made lots of donations to it. Most of the monastery’s buildings date from this time. The monastery is heavily fortified with thick walls and six towers, the most impressive of which is the Krasny Tower which also serves as the eastern entrance. The monastery was closed in 1918 and only reopened in 1995. In 1998 Patriarch Alexius II took part in a service to return the relics of St Sabbas to the monastery. Today the monastery has the status of a stauropegic monastery, which is second in status to a lavra. In addition to being a working monastery, it also holds the Zvenigorod Historical, Architectural and Art Museum.

Belfry and Neighbouring Churches

Located near the main entrance is the monastery's belfry which is perhaps the calling card of the monastery due to its uniqueness. It was built in the 1650s and the St Sergius of Radonezh’s Church was opened on the middle tier in the mid-17th century, although it was originally dedicated to the Trinity. The belfry's 35-tonne Great Bladgovestny Bell fell in 1941 and was only restored and returned in 2003. Attached to the belfry is a large refectory and the Transfiguration Church, both of which were built on the orders of Tsar Alexis in the 1650s.  

To the left of the belfry is another, smaller, refectory which is attached to the Trinity Gate-Church, which was also constructed in the 1650s on the orders of Tsar Alexis who made it his own family church. The church is elaborately decorated with colourful trims and underneath the archway is a beautiful 19th century fresco.

Nativity of Virgin Mary Cathedral

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The Unique Burial of a Child of Early Scythian Time at the Cemetery of Saryg-Bulun (Tuva)

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In 1988, the Tuvan Archaeological Expedition (led by M. E. Kilunovskaya and V. A. Semenov) discovered a unique burial of the early Iron Age at Saryg-Bulun in Central Tuva. There are two burial mounds of the Aldy-Bel culture dated by 7th century BC. Within the barrows, which adjoined one another, forming a figure-of-eight, there were discovered 7 burials, from which a representative collection of artifacts was recovered. Burial 5 was the most unique, it was found in a coffin made of a larch trunk, with a tightly closed lid. Due to the preservative properties of larch and lack of air access, the coffin contained a well-preserved mummy of a child with an accompanying set of grave goods. The interred individual retained the skin on his face and had a leather headdress painted with red pigment and a coat, sewn from jerboa fur. The coat was belted with a leather belt with bronze ornaments and buckles. Besides that, a leather quiver with arrows with the shafts decorated with painted ornaments, fully preserved battle pick and a bow were buried in the coffin. Unexpectedly, the full-genomic analysis, showed that the individual was female. This fact opens a new aspect in the study of the social history of the Scythian society and perhaps brings us back to the myth of the Amazons, discussed by Herodotus. Of course, this discovery is unique in its preservation for the Scythian culture of Tuva and requires careful study and conservation.

Keywords: Tuva, Early Iron Age, early Scythian period, Aldy-Bel culture, barrow, burial in the coffin, mummy, full genome sequencing, aDNA

Information about authors: Marina Kilunovskaya (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Vladimir Semenov (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Varvara Busova  (Moscow, Russian Federation).  (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences.  Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Kharis Mustafin  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Technical Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Irina Alborova  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Biological Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Alina Matzvai  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected]

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