Author Archives: Myn

Introduction In the year 132 AD, the brilliant Chinese polymath Zhang Heng crafted an extraordinary device that captivated the ancient world with its enigmatic precision. This remarkable invention, known as the seismoscope, was an elegantly designed bronze vessel adorned with eight dragon heads, each clutching a bronze ball poised above the open mouth of a […]

Introduction In the year 2000, as French archaeologist Franck Goddio scoured the depths of the Mediterranean in search of 18th-century French warships, he made a discovery that would captivate the world. Emerging from the murky waters off the coast of Egypt, Goddio uncovered the fabled city of Thonis-Heracleion, a long-lost ancient metropolis that had been […]

Introduction In the picturesque countryside of the Netherlands, a remarkable discovery has shed light on the sophisticated infrastructure of Neolithic Europe. In the 1980s, archaeologists unearthed an ancient wooden road near the town of Nieuw-Dordrecht, a testament to the engineering prowess of our prehistoric ancestors. This peat road, dating back an impressive 4,573 years, stretches […]

Introduction In the heart of Turkey’s Cappadocia region, a remarkable discovery was made in 1963 that would captivate historians, archaeologists, and curious travelers alike. During a routine home renovation, a Turkish homeowner stumbled upon the entrance to an extraordinary underground city – Derinkuyu. This vast subterranean complex, dating back to around 1200 BC, would go […]

Introduction Towering over his captives, the imposing figure of Ramses II grips his prisoners by the hair in a powerful display of dominance. This striking limestone bas-relief, crafted between 1290 and 24 BC in the ancient city of Memphis, Egypt, encapsulates the essence of one of the most celebrated pharaohs in Egyptian history. Ramses II, […]

Introduction Nestled in the heart of the Saqqara necropolis, northwest of the iconic Pyramid of Djoser, lies a captivating archaeological site that has puzzled researchers for centuries – the Serapeum of Saqqara. This ancient burial ground, constructed around 1300 BC during the reign of Ramesses II, served as the final resting place for the sacred […]

Introduction For centuries, a remarkable ancient road in Luxor, Egypt lay hidden beneath the modern city, its secrets and significance long forgotten. This was the Avenue of the Sphinxes, a 2.7-kilometer (1.7 mile) path lined with towering sphinx statues, built by the renowned Pharaoh Amenhotep III to connect the grand temples of Karnak and Luxor. […]

Introduction In the remote and rugged Kimberley region of north-western Australia, a remarkable treasure trove of ancient art lies hidden in the vast landscape. These rock art masterpieces, created by the Indigenous Australians, date back an astonishing 41,000 to possibly 50,000 years, making them among the oldest human-made artworks on Earth. This extraordinary legacy, preserved […]

Introduction Buried deep within the rugged landscape of the Ariège region in southern France lies a remarkable treasure trove of prehistoric art. In the Le Tuc d’Audoubert cave, two exquisitely crafted bison sculptures have captivated the imagination of archaeologists and art enthusiasts alike. Estimated to be around 14,000 years old, these remarkable works of art […]

Introduction: A Captivating Marvel from the 4th Century AD The Lycurgus Cup is a truly remarkable artifact that continues to captivate and amaze viewers to this day. This dazzling Roman glass cup, dating back to the 4th century AD, possesses a mesmerizing ability to change color depending on the light. When observed in normal lighting, […]