Thanks to historical trade routes, like the Silk Road, cannabis culture traveled across the continent, from Asia to Africa to Europe. While the Scythians were likely not the only culture taking rips out of bongs, this is the earliest dated archaeological evidence.
The research team has connected it to the ancient Scythian culture and dates it to 2400 BCE. If you take a close look, it has an uncanny resemblance to your water bong sitting on the coffee table today, besides the pure gold, of course. The device is made of pure gold and has decorations depicting ancient gods. So how did ancient cultures consume this magical plant?Īrcheologists on the other side of the continent discovered the first documented smoking device for cannabis - this time in Russia. As the authors explained, " Cannabis is one of the oldest cultivated plants in East Asia, grown for grain and fiber as well as for recreational, medical, and ritual purposes."
The researchers believe mourners and worshippers burned cannabis in wooden braziers. Archeologists have documented the chemical residue of cannabis in temples and sacred sites across Asia, with one of the earliest discoveries is from 2500 BCE Jirzankal Cemetery, Pamirs region, in China. A Brief History of BongsĬannabis has a history of use dating back thousands of years.
Not to mention how to properly use a bong (and with what accessories), to reap those benefits.Īre you ready for the more extensive exploration of historical and modern-day bongs yet? This is a history and how-to-guide all rolled into one. Once there, maybe we should also examine the benefits of bongs still appreciated by people today. It's worth taking a deep dive to explore the bong's evolution into the modern-day piece of art it has become. Throughout history, they've delivered recreational, therapeutic, and spiritual support to countless ancient humans. Bongs have a history dating back thousands of years. They come in every size and shape imaginable, with an arsenal of different accessories to elevate the session.īongs are not just some new fad popularized by modern-day weed lovers. These glass, metal, silicon, or ceramic tools deliver big hits of THC for powerful experiences. Bongs are a crucial piece of equipment for the modern smoker. If you smoke weed, chances are you've smoked with a bong.
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