In an extraordinary archaeological discovery, Turkish researchers have uncovered a 1,700-year-old Roman ringstone featuring the goddess Athena at the ancient site of Assos. This find not only illuminates the religious customs of the city but also provides a tangible connection to its rich history. Assos: A City Rich in Myth and Heritage Located in the […]
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In an exciting archaeological breakthrough, two enormous Roman statue heads have been uncovered at a cricket club in Carlisle, located in northern England. These remarkable artifacts, believed to originate from the early 3rd century, have intrigued both scholars and history buffs. A Lucky Find on Day Two The excavation, which began on Monday, May 22, […]
In a groundbreaking revelation that has reshaped our understanding of ancient mathematics, Australian mathematicians have cracked the code of a 3,700-year-old Babylonian clay tablet, Plimpton 322. This ancient artifact, long considered a mystery, has unveiled that the Babylonians possessed advanced trigonometric knowledge 1,500 years before the Greeks. Discovered in the early 20th century and analyzed […]
Located in Dagestan’s Tabasaran region near the village of Gulli, a remarkable wooden bridge showcases human creativity and architectural skill. While some believe it to be around 200 years old, local legends claim it could be as much as 700 to 800 years old, adding to its mystique. This bridge is unique for being constructed […]
In the historic city of Kalmar, Sweden, archaeologists have uncovered a rare 17th-century battle sword, discovered beneath the floor of a 400-year-old cellar, shedding light on a significant era in military history. The excavation, conducted by the archaeological firm Arkeologerna at the intersection of Kungsgatan and Västerlnggatan, was once the site of a medieval farm […]
A remarkable archaeological discovery occurred when a nearly intact ancient Roman chariot was unearthed near Pompeii, Italy. This finding, described as “unparalleled” by the Archaeological Park, offers an intriguing glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the Roman elite before the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The four-wheeled chariot was found in a […]
Along the construction route of the Maya Train, archaeologists from the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) have made a significant discovery: a funerary urn featuring the image of the Maya corn god. Diego Prieto Hernández, the director of INAH, identified the vessel as a Paaktzatz-style urn, notable for its depiction of the corn […]
How the Tower Formed Devils Tower stands above the surrounding grasslands and ponderosa pine forests like a rocky guardian. Geologists have been studying its formation since the late 1800s and still contemplate how it came to be. While there is broad agreement on much of the Tower’s geological history, theories differ regarding certain specifics. Designated […]
Archaeological Discovery in Hvar An extensive archaeological project in the garden of the Radoevi Palace in Hvar, Croatia, has recently wrapped up after two months of dedicated work. This investigation was prompted by plans for the construction of a new City Library and Reading Room in Hvar, leading to some extraordinary findings. Revealing a Late […]
In a remarkable find, a team of Polish-Italian archaeologists has potentially uncovered one of the long-lost “Sun Temples” from Ancient Egypt’s Fifth Dynasty. Working in the Abusir necropolis near Saqqara, they have revealed remnants of a mud-brick structure that could shed light on an age-old mystery. A Window into History The excavation beneath King Nyuserre’s […]