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King Richard III may be buried under parking lot in Leicester

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Press Trust of India London

The University of Leicester, Leicester City Council and the Richard III Society have joined forces to search for the grave of Richard III, thought to be under a parking lot for city council offices.

The team will use ground-penetrating radar to search for the ideal spots to dig.

"This archaeological work offers a golden opportunity to learn more about medieval Leicester as well as about Richard III's last resting place

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First Published: Aug 26 2012 | 4:05 PM IST

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