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Archaeologists excavating a mysterious medieval cemetery in Wales have uncovered compelling evidence that the burial ground was part of an early female religious community. The discovery of a possible chapel structure, along with exquisite jewelry and domestic artifacts, has brought researchers closer to solving the puzzle of who the women buried at Fonmon Castle really were. Since excavations began four years ago near Cardiff Airport, the site has yielded 58 skeletons dating to the 6th or 7th century. The striking feature of this burial ground is that nearly all the remains belong to women, a demographic pattern that has perplexed experts from the outset. Now, the latest findings from Cardiff University's archaeological team are beginning to paint a clearer picture