Author Archives: Myn

Owning a historic home is like owning a living piece of the past, and when we purchased our 1857 house, we never anticipated unearthing an extraordinary treasure behind a false wall in the cellar. Curiosity got the better of us one day as we noticed a hollow sound behind one of the cellar walls. Brick […]

An aerial view of the unfinished obelisk in Aswan unveils the immense scale of this ancient undertaking within a granite quarry that dates back over 3,500 years. Currently measuring 25 meters in length, this obelisk, if completed by the ancient Egyptians, would have towered at nearly 42 meters high and weighed over 1,160 tons, making […]

A fully unearthed Moai statue exemplifies the remarkable artistry of the Rapa Nui people on Easter Island, carved between 1250 AD and 1500 AD. These iconic monolithic figures have captivated global interest due to their scale and the mysteries surrounding their creation. Cultural Significance The Moai are believed to represent ancestral figures, placed on ceremonial […]

The Commission of Ta Prohm In the late 12th century, King Jayavarman VII of the Khmer Empire undertook the construction of Ta Prohm, an extraordinary temple complex located near the iconic Angkor Wat. This temple, originally known as Rajavihara, was built as a Buddhist monastery and university, and is famous today for its breathtaking integration […]

In 2017, a remarkable alabaster statue of Queen Tiye, the respected Great Royal Wife of Amenhotep III (who reigned from circa 1398–1338 B.C.), was unearthed at Kom al-Hittan on the west bank of Luxor. This unexpected discovery was made by a European archaeological mission led by Dr. Hourig Sourouzian, during the relocation of a colossal […]

The guillotine blade housed at Madame Tussauds stands as one of the most legendary relics of the French Revolution, allegedly used to execute Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France before the revolution toppled the monarchy. While there is no definitive proof directly tying this blade to her execution, its connection to her executioner’s family […]

A Glimpse into Sigiriya’s Historical Significance Sigiriya, one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic historical landmarks, stands as a testament to the island’s rich past and the remarkable achievements of its ancient civilizations. Dating back to the fifth century, this ancient city was once the capital of King Kashyapa (477–495 AD), who chose this towering 200-meter-high […]

In medieval times, the nobility faced unique challenges when it came to bathroom needs. To address these concerns, they developed a peculiar solution: the wardrobe. These latrines, ingeniously designed and strategically positioned, were attached to the castle walls and suspended high above a ditch, providing a practical yet unorthodox method of sanitation. The Design of […]

Discovery of an Untouched Etruscan Tomb In April, archaeologists made a groundbreaking discovery within the Vulci Archaeological Park in central Italy—an untouched, two-chambered Etruscan tomb that had been sealed for 2,600 years. This tomb, unearthed in near-perfect condition, presents a remarkable opportunity to study the ancient Etruscan civilization’s funeral traditions, societal structure, and craftsmanship. The […]

The Antikythera mechanism, discovered on a small Mediterranean island in the early 20th century, reshapes our understanding of ancient Greek technology. This intricate device, dating back to around the 2nd century BCE, showcases advanced craftsmanship and celestial knowledge. Found by sponge divers in 1900 from an ancient shipwreck, the mechanism consists of three main parts […]