Author Archives: Myn

The A303 highway in southern England is not just a modern transportation route but also a journey through a rich historical tapestry. Along this road, one can find remnants of the ancient Fosse Way, constructed by the Romans in the first century AD. Fosse Way served not only to connect territories but also preserved many […]

Perperikon, an ancient city located in the Eastern Rhodopes of Bulgaria, approximately 15 km northeast of the town of Kardzhali, is one of the most significant archaeological sites of the Thracians. With its activity dating back around 5000 years, it was once a major religious and political center, constructed on a rocky hill that rises […]

The Sleeping Goddess is a remarkable ceramic statue discovered in the pits of the Hypogeum at Ħal Saflieni, Malta, dating back to 3600-2400 BCE. The statue depicts a woman, possibly a priestess, lying on her side on a chair, with her upper body exposed and wearing a pleated dress. The surface of the statue retains […]

The jaguar claw scepter, a remarkable artifact from the Chavin culture in Peru dating from 1200 BC to 200 BC, is carved from the elbow bone of a human and shaped like a jaguar claw. Adorned with turquoise inlays and a relief depicting a two-headed serpent, this scepter serves not only as a decorative object […]

Introduction The Papyrus of Ahmose, also known as the Mathematical Rhind, is one of the oldest mathematical manuscripts in the world, dating back to around 1500 BC. This document not only reflects the advanced mathematical knowledge of the Egyptians but also demonstrates that the foundations of many modern mathematical concepts were established thousands of years […]

Introduction Located in the Pieria region, along the shores of the Aegean Sea and at the foot of the majestic Mount Olympus, the ancient port of Pydna became the site of a significant archaeological discovery. During excavations between 1994 and 1996, archaeologists unearthed the skull of a young girl who lived around 1400 BC, known […]

The Pivotal Battle of the Aegates In 241 BCE, the Battle of the Aegates unfolded near the coast of Sicily, marking a turning point in the history of the ancient Mediterranean. Here, the rising Roman Empire triumphed over its formidable rival, Carthage, in a conflict that had lasted over two decades—the First Punic War. Unveiling […]

Introduction The Saint-Belec slate, a 4,000-year-old map, is considered the oldest known depiction of Europe. Discovered in northwestern France over a century ago, it remained forgotten until its rediscovery in 2014. This article explores the history, significance, and recent discoveries surrounding this unique artifact. Discovery of the Map The Saint-Belec slate was first found in […]

Discovery of Statues A significant archaeological find in Uşak Province, Turkey, has unearthed two 2,000-year-old Roman statues in the ancient city of Blaundos, specifically in the courtyard of the Temple of Demeter. Historical Context Blaundos was founded during the Hellenistic period and has remained strategically important throughout the Roman and Byzantine eras. It is located […]

Introduction Around 5000 years ago, the Sumerians, an ancient civilization in the region of Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq), revolutionized how we perceive and measure time. Their sophisticated numerical system based on the number 60, known as the sexagesimal system, was not just a scientific invention but also a significant cultural achievement that continues to influence our […]