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Introduction Recently, a 5,000-year-old wooden boat was uncovered at the Saqqara necropolis in Egypt. This remarkable discovery not only illuminates the maritime traditions of Egypt’s early dynastic period but also offers deep insights into their funerary practices. The well-preserved vessel may have played a significant role in the pharaoh’s journey to the afterlife. Importance of […]

Introduction In 1965, a Ukrainian farmer uncovered ancient huts constructed from mammoth bones in the village of Mezherich. Dating back approximately 15,000 years, these structures serve as a testament to the architectural ingenuity of our ancestors. A Groundbreaking Discovery While expanding his basement, the farmer unearthed a piece of a mammoth jawbone. As he continued […]

Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Pantheon stands as an awe-inspiring testament to ancient Roman engineering and artistry. This remarkable structure, nearly 2,000 years old, is celebrated as one of the best-preserved monuments from antiquity. It not only showcases the immense power and wealth of the Roman Empire but also holds intriguing secrets within […]

In ancient mythology, Kumarbi, the Hurrian-Hittite god, and Cronus, the Greek Titan, stand out due to their significant similarities. Both played crucial roles in the cosmic order of their respective pantheons, with Kumarbi overthrowing the sky god Anu and Cronus usurping his father Uranus. These acts initiated a cycle of divine succession that profoundly influenced […]

Introduction One of the intriguing discoveries from the Roman era is the glass jug containing a smaller jug inside, often referred to as a “joke jar.” This artifact not only showcases the skill of Roman glassmakers but also carries deep cultural significance. Found in a burial site in Stein am Rhein, Switzerland, this piece stands […]

Isis is one of the most revered goddesses in ancient Egyptian civilization, beautifully represented in a stunning bas-relief from the 18th Dynasty of the New Kingdom during the reign of Amenhotep III (circa 1391-1353 BC). This artwork, currently displayed in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo, depicts Isis gracefully kneeling on a stool shaped like the […]

A Remarkable Discovery in Iran In December 2006, archaeologists made an astonishing discovery while excavating a Bronze Age burial site at Shahr-i-Sokhta in southeastern Iran. They found a female skeleton with a peculiar object in her eye socket, which turned out to be the world’s oldest known artificial eyeball, dating back over 4,800 years. Measuring […]

Discovery of New Graves Archaeologists have made an exciting discovery at an ancient necropolis in southern France, uncovering three new graves that provide insights into funerary customs from the late Bronze Age to the early Iron Age (900-600 B.C.). Significant Findings A major find includes a burial beneath a large 33-foot tumulus, which, despite its […]

Introduction Nestled in the rugged mountains of Armenia, the Hartashen Megalithic Avenue stands as one of the world’s most intriguing and obscure archaeological sites. Estimated to be between 6,000 and 8,000 years old, this collection of towering stone monoliths, arranged in precise alignment across the landscape, ignites curiosity surrounding its purpose. Was it an ancient […]

Overview of Research Archaeologist Joanna Ostapkowicz from the University of Oxford has been diligently exploring the extensive collection at the National Anthropological Archives (NAA) of the Smithsonian Institution. She highlights the archive as an invaluable resource containing documents from influential researchers in archaeology and anthropology. The records include significant surveys from the Bureau of American […]