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Discovering a Wealth of Burials in the Nile Delta In the Kom Al-Khelgan area of the Daqahliya governorate, nestled within the fertile Nile Delta, archaeologists have uncovered an impressive array of 110 tombs from various historical periods, including Boto I and II, Naqada III, and the Second Intermediate Period. This significant find provides a fascinating […]

Wigs: The Intersection of Hygiene and Elegance In ancient Egypt, wigs transcended mere fashion; they embodied a perfect fusion of cleanliness and beauty. These elaborate hairpieces, donned by both genders, fulfilled a dual role—shielding the scalp from the intense Egyptian sun while enhancing one’s aesthetic appeal to refined levels. The Importance of Hair Joann Fletcher, […]

Unexpected Revelation in Oslo’s Royal Remnants In a notable archaeological discovery, a small yet impactful artifact has illuminated aspects of medieval Norwegian aristocracy. Within the ruins of a fortified royal residence in Oslo, archaeologist Ann-Ingeborg Floa Grindhaug uncovered an intriguing three-inch-long figure, meticulously carved from bone or antler. From Fishbone to Regal Relic What initially […]

A Tribute to Egypt’s Majestic Heritage Nestled in the heart of Luxor, where the Nile River flows serenely, stands a magnificent tribute to the grandeur and spiritual devotion of ancient Egypt — the illustrious Luxor Temple. Located on the eastern bank of the Nile in the contemporary city of Luxor, this ancient temple complex serves […]

An Egyptian-Italian archaeological team has made an extraordinary find on the West Bank of Aswan in southern Egypt. They unearthed an ancient tomb that holds the mummified remains of a mother and child, along with 28 additional preserved bodies. Tomb Dates to the Graeco-Roman Era Experts have determined that the tomb dates back to the […]

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 […]

A Royal Collection Revealed Deep within the confines of King Tutankhamun’s tomb (KV62) in the Valley of the Kings, archaeologists uncovered an unexpected treasure: an impressive assembly of 130 walking sticks. This remarkable find not only illuminated ancient Egyptian traditions but also provided fascinating insights into the life of the young pharaoh. The Cane of […]