Author Archives: Myn

A Macabre Marvel Beneath the Streets: The Capuchin Catacombs of Palermo In the sun-soaked city of Palermo, Sicily, a hidden world awaits that challenges our understanding of life and death. The Capuchin Catacombs, a 16th-century underground necropolis, hold an astonishing collection of 8,000 corpses and 1,252 mummified remains. This eerie subterranean city provides visitors with […]

Introduction The ancient world has long captivated our imaginations, offering glimpses into the lives and customs of civilizations that have left an indelible mark on human history. One such fascinating artifact that sheds light on the intersection of Egyptian and Roman cultures is the young woman’s sarcophagus with her portrait, housed in the esteemed Egyptian […]

The Legend Behind the Mask For centuries, the story of the Man in the Iron Mask has caught the attention of people all over the world. This mysterious prisoner, known in French as L’Homme au Masque de Fer, has sparked many theories and legends about his true identity and the reasons for his imprisonment. The […]

Exploring Ancient Beliefs Through Roman Coins In AD 198, a small silver coin came from the Roman mint, carrying a deep connection to the faith of an ancient empire. This denarius, not much larger than a modern penny, featured the image of Cybele, known as the Mother of the Gods. The creators of this coin […]

A Look at Mayan Rituals and Sports Recently, archaeologists made an exciting discovery at Chichén Itzá in Yucatán, Mexico. They found a well-preserved stone marker related to the Mesoamerican ball game, which provides new insight into the ancient Mayan civilization. The Discovery The find is a circular limestone disc that measures 32.5 cm in diameter […]

A Fascinating Find in Romania One of the most exciting archaeological discoveries in recent years is the hexagonal bronze matrix found at Sarmizegetusa Regia in Romania. This incredible artifact, which dates back about 2,000 years, was discovered in 2013 when a storm knocked down a tree. Today, it is one of the main attractions at […]

The Discovery That Shocked a Village In the spring of 1897, the small village of Yde in the Netherlands became the focus of an archaeological event. Two laborers, while dredging peat from the Stijfveen swamp, made a startling find: the well-preserved body of a young girl with striking red hair. This discovery would lead to […]

Introduction In the hallowed halls of the National Archaeological Museum in Athens, a poignant relic from ancient times stands as a testament to the profound depths of human emotion. This is the grave stele of Phylonoe, an Athenian young mother who met her untimely end, likely during the act of childbirth, in the year 380 […]

Introduction The ancient Cretan city of Knossos has long been intertwined with the captivating myth of the Minotaur, a half-man, half-bull creature that dwelled within a sprawling labyrinth. This mythical structure, the dwelling place of the Minotaur, has become one of the city’s most iconic landmarks, capturing the imagination of historians, archaeologists, and the general […]

Introduction In the bustling heart of ancient Pompeii, a remarkable archaeological discovery has shed new light on the city’s vibrant food culture. In 2020, archaeologists announced the unearthing of the Thermopolium of Regio V, one of the oldest and most well-preserved “fast food” establishments ever found in the ancient world. This remarkable find offers a […]