The discovery of an incredible 4,500-year-old ancient Egyptian tunic provides a captivating window into the craftsmanship, style, and cultural significance of clothing in one of the world’s most revered ancient civilizations. Dating back millennia to approximately 2500 BC, this well-preserved garment represents a remarkable artifact that enriches our understanding of daily life during the early periods of ancient Egypt.
No statue of a pharaoh has ever been found further south of Egypt than this one. At the height of his reign, King Taharqa controlled an empire stretching from Sudan to the Levant.
The First Court is a complete ruin. It had once a double colonnade on the south side, and was possibly connected with what appear to have been the ruins of a
Entrance fees and online tickets Herculaneum. Other information such as opening hours, directions. An overview of the excavation. Is the visit worthwhile?
Medieval castles, often portrayed as grand structures of immense beauty and architectural marvel, have always captured the imagination of people across centuries. But beneath their …
Professor of Assyriology, Matthew Stolper standing in entrance of the Colossal Bull Capital, from the Viewers Corridor of the Darius I (518-460 BC), Persepolis, Iran. Professor Stolper is likely one…
A carving illustrating the gods of the underworld / Wikimedia Commons The Hittite civilization was one of the cradles of human culture. Introduction “Hittites” is the conventional Engli…
Spread the loveVast DNA Analysis of Hundreds of Vikings Reveals They Weren’t Who We Thought A fascinating DNA study of more than 400 Viking skeletons has just re-written history. Today we know with certainty some Vikings were not those who we previously thought. Scientists have examined skeletons scattered across Europe and Greenland and cutting-edge DNA sequencing sheds … Read more
Explore the stunning underwater archaeological discovery of Heracleion, an ancient Egyptian city lost for over a millennium. Unearth treasures, statues, and insights into the past as we delve into the secrets of this submerged civilization near Alexandria.
The peculiarity is that on the stone thirteen rows of bricks are carved that become fluoresce when illuminated by ultraviolet light, and also on the apex of the pyramid there …
The archaeological sites in Ecuador are often overshadowed by more popular locations in neighboring Colombia and Peru. However, archaeology enthusiasts have a wealth of options including more than just well-known Ingapirca to admire.
Uncovering prehistoric wonders! Scientists have unearthed a colossal set of dinosaur tracks dating back 70 million years in Alaska. The discovery sheds new light on …