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A Symbol of Imperial Grandeur Founded by King Darius I in 518 B.C., Persepolis was the ceremonial heart of the Achaemenid Empire, symbolizing its vast power and cultural diversity. Built with influences from Egypt, Babylon, and Greece, the city reflected the empire’s ambition and administrative sophistication. The Palace of Xerxes: A Royal Statement Among Persepolis’ […]

A Forgotten Civilization Rediscovered Sudan, home to the remarkable Nubian pyramids, is experiencing an archaeological boom, bringing renewed focus to the ancient Kingdom of Kush. While Egypt’s pyramids have long been the subject of global fascination, Sudan’s over 200 pyramids—located in sites like Meroë, Nuri, and El-Kurru—far outnumber those of its northern neighbor. Built by […]

The Bisitun Inscription, carved over 2,500 years ago on a limestone cliff in western Iran, stands as one of the most important linguistic and historical discoveries in archaeology. Much like the Rosetta Stone, which helped decipher Egyptian hieroglyphs, this trilingual inscription played a crucial role in unlocking the secrets of cuneiform, the world’s oldest known […]

Introduction The Great Gatehouse of Hampton Court Palace stands as one of the most iconic examples of Tudor architecture, reflecting the power and ambition of England’s most famous monarch, Henry VIII. Built in 1514, this grand entrance has witnessed over five centuries of history, from royal processions to modern-day conservation efforts. Photographs taken a century […]

A hoard of Roman silver denarii recently discovered in Tuscany offers a rare glimpse into the climate of civil war and political turmoil under Lucius Cornelius Sulla, the dictator of Rome from 82 to 79 B.C. This buried treasure, likely hidden during the chaos of Sulla’s reign, sheds light on the economic and social effects […]

Introduction: The Collyweston Palace Discovery After a five-year search guided by local folklore, archaeologists have uncovered the long-lost Collyweston Palace in England’s East Midlands. This Tudor residence, historically tied to Lady Margaret Beaufort, mother of Henry VII, offers invaluable insights into both the Tudor dynasty and the role of powerful women in medieval politics. Lady […]

The tomb of Tutankhamun, one of the most iconic archaeological discoveries of the 20th century, continues to captivate the world. Now, thanks to Factum Arte’s remarkable digital preservation efforts, high-resolution images of the tomb have been made available to the public, offering a stunning new way to explore this ancient marvel. Revolutionizing the Study of […]

Archaeologists in Abydos have unearthed sealed wine jars dating back 5,000 years in the tomb of Queen Merneith, a royal figure from Egypt’s First Dynasty (c. 3000 B.C.). This discovery sheds light on early Egyptian winemaking and raises questions about Merneith’s historical role—could she have been Egypt’s first female pharaoh? Queen Merneith: A Powerful and […]

The discovery of Nero’s private theater near the Vatican has become one of Archaeology’s Top 10 Discoveries of 2023, revealing a hidden side of the infamous Roman emperor. This intimate venue, built during Nero’s reign (A.D. 54–68), offers a glimpse into his cultural ambitions and architectural legacy. The uncovered remains, including a 138-foot-wide semicircular seating […]

Castle Rock Pueblo, located on the Mesa Verde plateau in Colorado, offers invaluable insights into the lives of the Ancestral Puebloans, a group of Native Americans who thrived in the Southwestern United States during the 13th century A.D. The rock art found here—carved petroglyphs and painted pictographs—serves as an enduring testament to the spiritual and […]