The strange ‘Star Gate’ was excavated in the early 1900s in Samarkand
In the shadows of history, nestled among the majestic Alai Mountains of Uzbekistan, lies the ancient city of Samarkand. Known to the Greeks as Marakanda, this city has witnessed the rise and fall of empires, from the Persians to Alexander the Great, and …
Archaeologists unearthed a skull with wounds from ancient weapons
In a recent discovery, an ancient skeleton was found with a head pierced by a sharp sword, creating curiosity and amazement for the archaeological community. This skeleton was discovered at an archaeological site in a dry land, possibly the site of warfare …
Mysterious Jade Rings and Dagger Found with Ancient Embracing Skeletons
An elderly couple who have held hands for the last five thousand years were revealed by archaeologists in a Bronze Age grave. The skeletons, thought an ancient dignitary and his wife or lover, were uncovered at a burial site overlooking Baikal lake in …
Archaeologists discover fossils of the legendary one eyed monster
Ever wonder where our worst nightmares come from? For the ancient Greeks, it may have been the fossils of giant prehistoric animals. The tusks, several teeth, and some bones of a Deinotherium giganteum, which, loosely translated, means a really huge terrible …
Cleopatra is considered the most intelligent queen in ancient Egyptian history
Cleopatra, the Queen of Egypt, left an indelible mark on history, not only for her political prowess but also for her remarkable intellect and knowledge. Her ascent to the throne at the tender age of 17 was a pivotal moment in her life and marked the …
Chainmail skull reveals secrets of medieval combat
Battle of Visby (1361 CE) was a violent Medieval battle that took 𝚙lace near town of Visby (Island of Gotland), fought between inhabitants of Gotland and Danes, with latter emerging victorious.
Unraveling the Secrets of Qin Shi Huang’s Tomb, The Pinnacle of Ancient Marvels
The Emperor Qin Shi Huang is one of the most odious figures in the history of ancient China. A highlight of his power is the Qin Shi Huang’s tomb – the most fabulous mausoleum complex in the world. The burial complex covers an area of about 60 square …
Archaeologists unearthed the mummy of a mother and child in Egypt among dozens of preserved remains
A mother and child, along with 28 other preserved bodies, have been discovered in an Ancient Egyptian tomb, authorities have announced. The discovery was made by the Egyptian-Italian archaeological mission, which has uncovered around 300 tombs in the …
Ancient Egypt Researchers Make ‘Find of a Lifetime’ Beneath Cairo’s Streets
The statue was found hidden beneath the streets of a Cairo neighborhood. Archaeologists were left stunned after uncovering some of Ancient Egypt’s most cherished secrets during an excavation in Cairo. Work at the site had begun in March 2017, an area …
The mystery of the ancient royal tomb sanctuary on top of Mount Nemrut
Lcated in a remote location of southeastern Turkey, Mount Nemrut (Nemrut Daği in Turkish) stands tall at over 2,100 meters above sea level. It was built during the 1st century BC by King Antiochus I, the Commagene ruler, as a grandiose mausoleum for himself. …