In 1991, hikers in the Alps saw a body in melting ice and found Europe’s oldest known natural human mummy, “Ötzi the Iceman.”

The year 1991 marked a pivotal moment in archaeological history when Ötzi the Iceman was uncovered in the Alps. This astonishingly preserved figure from over five millennia ago provides an extraordinary insight into life during the Copper Age. His artifacts and attire are treasure troves of information, enriching our understanding of this era.