Author Archives: Myn

In the heart of ancient Judea, Herod the Great engineered one of the world’s first artificial harbors—Caesarea Maritima—an extraordinary feat of Roman engineering. Built between 22 and 9 BCE, this monumental harbor was designed to boost trade and strengthen naval control in the eastern Mediterranean. Named in honor of Augustus Caesar, Herod’s political patron, Caesarea […]

In a captivating discovery within Egypt’s Valley of the Kings, archaeologists have uncovered a 3,500-year-old mummified dog believed to have been a cherished pet of Pharaoh Amenhotep II, who reigned from 1427 to 1401 BC. The dog was found in Tomb KV50, also known as the Tomb of the Animals, located in close proximity to […]

The mummy of Queen Nodjmet, a prominent figure of Egypt’s 21st Dynasty (circa 1069–945 BCE), is a stunning artifact of ancient Egyptian culture and its meticulous funerary traditions. Found in the renowned Deir el-Bahari Cachette (TT320), Nodjmet’s remains share space with notable rulers and high-ranking officials, providing critical insights into the political and religious dynamics […]

The Statue of Medusa, believed to have rested for 2,500 years beneath the waters of the Mediterranean’s Libyan Sea, is a fascinating symbol of mythological and historical significance. Discovered between Greece and Egypt, its location suggests a meaningful connection to ancient maritime cultures and their interaction with mythic symbols. Medusa in Myth and Art Medusa’s […]

The Gebelein Man, also affectionately known as “Ginger” due to his striking red hair, has fascinated archaeologists, historians, and enthusiasts alike since his discovery. This remarkably well-preserved mummy, dating back to approximately 3400 BCE, hails from the Pre-Dynastic period of ancient Egypt. Found in the region of Gebelein (modern-day Naga el-Gherira), the Gebelein Man offers […]

The Philae Temple complex in Aswan, Egypt, is home to a stunning relief of the goddess Hathor, celebrated as the deity of love, music, joy, and motherhood in Egyptian mythology. Instantly recognizable by the sun disk nestled between cow horns atop her head, Hathor’s symbolic image reflects her nurturing and celestial attributes. Her role as […]

The Lady of Baza, discovered in 1971 in the ancient Baza necropolis near Granada, Spain, is one of the most remarkable artifacts of Iberian art. Dating back to the 4th century BC, the statue offers a rare and fascinating glimpse into the cultural and artistic practices of the ancient Bastetani people, a Celtiberian tribe whose […]

Recent DNA analysis of remains from Pompeii has provided significant insights into the lives of the victims who perished during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. In particular, the study of four individuals from the House of the Golden Bracelet—originally thought to be a nuclear family—has revealed that they were not biologically related. […]

In the heart of the Archaeological Museum of Feneos, Greece, stands an extraordinary example of 4th Century BC Greek sculpture: the statue of Hygeia, the goddess of health, hygiene, and sanitation. This stunning work of art exemplifies the unparalleled skill of ancient Greek sculptors, who were renowned for their ability to infuse marble with lifelike […]

In an extraordinary archaeological revelation, the tomb of Gilgamesh, the legendary king of ancient Sumer and central figure in the Epic of Gilgamesh, has been uncovered beneath the Euphrates River. This discovery, made possible by a rare drop in the river’s water levels, has sent shockwaves through the academic world. The tomb is a striking […]