In the heart of Zaghouan, Tunisia, a silent testament to the grandeur of ancient engineering stands tall—the Roman aqueduct that has weathered the relentless march of time. This remarkable structure, stretching across the landscape for an impressive 132 kilometers, served a noble purpose in antiquity: to quench the thirst of the bustling city of Carthage.

A 𝚞ni𝚚𝚞𝚎, 𝚏𝚞ll-l𝚎n𝚐th m𝚞mm𝚢 sh𝚛𝚘𝚞𝚍, which is 𝚘v𝚎𝚛 2,000 𝚢𝚎𝚊𝚛s 𝚘l𝚍, h𝚊s 𝚋𝚎𝚎n 𝚍isc𝚘v𝚎𝚛𝚎𝚍 in 𝚊 m𝚞s𝚎𝚞m c𝚘ll𝚎cti𝚘n.

This Viking sword was found by reindeer hunters at high altitude in the Mountains of Oppland County. It may have belonged to a Viking who lost his way and died here 1100 years ago.

Hexagram made up of two equilateral triangles, used in history for the great populace of the ancient world but also as a symbol of the Jews and as an emblematic element in the decoration of synagogues.

An ancient man and woman have been found locked in a loving embrace for 3,000 years in a grave in Ukraine.

In the annals of history, few names shine as brightly as Ramesses II, also known as Ramesses the Great. This legendary pharaoh ruled Egypt over three millennia ago, from 1279 to 1213 BC, and left an indelible mark on the land of the Nile. His reign was marked by military conquests, architectural marvels, and an enduring legacy. Now, thanks to modern technology and the expertise of skilled archaeologists, we have the privilege of gazing into the face of this iconic ruler, with a remarkable facial reconstruction.

Instagram account geopizza shares the most known old settlements around the world with then vs. now photos. There are some incredibly well-preserved settlements like Abu Simbel Temple and also some vanished ones.

A deafening boom roars through Pompeii’s crowded marketplace. The ground shakes violently, throwing midday shoppers off balance and toppling stands of fish and meat. People scream and point toward Mount Vesuvius, a massive volcano that rises above them.

This is the surprising story about the mummified head of former nun Maria Rosenthal. 🕰️ Even though more than 300 years have passed, the head is still almost intact. Let’s travel back in time to Germany in 1742, at Hohenwart Abbey

Hin Sam Wan, which means Three Whale Rock, is a 75 million-year-old rock formation jutting majestically out of the mountains. It earned its name because from the right perspective, it looks like a family of whales.

Many of the greatest ancient discoveries originate from the region of Mesopotamia. Which are the most important ancient Mesopotamian inventions?

The Roman Colosseum is one such wonder of ancient architecture, marking a crucial transition point between two vastly different ages of

Göbekli Tepe is a Neolithic archeological site in Şanlıurfa, Turkey. It is also the oldest known temple in the world.

In the intricate tapestry of history, a remarkable revelation is emerging as experts delve into the astonishing similarities among ancient deities worshipped

Thunderbirds, mythical creatures widely recognized in folklore, are believed by zoologists to have once roamed the Earth’s skies. Fossil evidence suggests

 A letter he received from Alan Makshir, an engineer stationed on Shemya Island in the Aleutians during WWII, was shared by Ivan T. Sanderson, a

An astonishing relic of the ancient world, an Assyrian wall relief panel, reveals a fascinating aspect of ancient technology. Dating back roughly 3,000 years,

In the innovative spirit of Ancient Roman engineering, a unique feature adorned the roads of cities like Pompeii: white stones, commonly known as “cat’s

When it comes to determining the function of the Roman artifacts they discover, archaeologists are seldom baffled. Everyone is perplexed by the Roman

Top center depicts the skeleton’s position upon excavation after two years and two months.Peyroteo-Stjerna et al/European Journal of Archaeology