Archeaology

World’s largest ancient mosaic uncovered in Antakya, Turkey while building a hotel. It covers 9,000 square feet and was made in the late Roman period, 4th century AD (1071X1340)

The world’s largest intact mosaic opened to the public on 2019 in Antakya, Turkey, as part of the newly built Antakya Museum Hotel. The 1,300-year-old, 9,000-square-foot mosaic was discovered in 2010. Archaeologists believe this vast mosaic with intricate geometries was the floor of a public buildi

The Coronet of Margaret of York

Two years ago, Ferrebeekeeper featured the crown of the renowned king Henry VIII of England. To my eyes it has been the prettiest crown so far featured here…but it’s fake, of course. All of the rea…

An ancient Roman mosaic floor being excavated under a vineyard in Negrar di Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy

Our planet is a perfect hiding ground for myriad mysterious things that we could only imagine. Recently, a stunning piece of ancient Roman mosaic was discovered in an Italian vineyard in Negrar di Valpolicella (Comune in Italy) near Verona, which has stunned the officials. Italy never ceases to astonish the world with its golden Roman history and this is just another beautiful example.