Researchers Uncover Misidentified Remains in Royal Tombs at Queen's Monastery
Researchers in Barcelona have uncovered a significant mystery while examining centuries-old royal tombs at the Royal Monastery of Santa Maria de Pedralbes. The monastery, founded by Queen Elisenda of Montcada in 1326, was the site of a three-year excavation and research project. The investigation revealed that many of the remains did not match the identities historically assigned to the tombs. For instance, the tomb of Artau de Foces, expected to contain a male individual, instead held the remains of two adult women and three children. In total, researchers found the remains of 25 people in eight tombs, along with over 200 archaeological samples, including funerary offerings and preserved plants. The findings suggest that the tombs had been reopened and altered over time, leading to the misidentification of the remains. 
