Berel kurgan[1] is an archaeological site in the Katonkaragay District in eastern Kazakhstan.

At this site, numerous 5th-3rd century BCE Early Saka kurgans were found.

[1] [3] The excavations have revealed artefacts the sophistication of which are encouraging a revaluation of the nomadic cultures of the 5th to 3rd centuries BCE.

[4] The Kurgans contained vast quantities of precious golden jewelry.

[5] Horses were buried in the kurgans next to their owner, and were lavishly decorated.