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Aerial view of the ancient part of Dujiangyan town and irrigation system. Source: D. Kvasnetskyy / Adobe Stock.
5 May, 2023 - 02:00 Robbie Mitchell

Watch Stunning Water Releasing Festival at 2,000-Year-Old Dujiangyan Dam (Video)

In China's Sichuan province, near the city of Chengdu , lies an engineering marvel that has stood the test of time for over two thousand years. Dujiangyan , meaning "dam on the capital city’s river...
Egyptian mummy. Source: esebene / Adobe Stock.
4 May, 2023 - 21:01 Robbie Mitchell

The Accidental Mummy: How Did Mummification Begin? (Video)

Mummification has long been an area of interest in history, and the potential origins of this practice have been a subject of discussion for some time. A possible explanation was discovered in the...
Representational image of a ziggurat tower structure in ancient Mesopotamia. Source: top images / Adobe Stock
4 May, 2023 - 18:54 Lex Leigh

Five Surprising Ways Mesopotamia Shaped the World

One of the most fascinating and accomplished civilizations in history was the fruitful region of Mesopotamia. Frequently called the “Cradle of Civilization,” Mesopotamia was home to some of the...
Ciudad Perdida, Colombia. Source: JoergSteber / Adobe Stock.
4 May, 2023 - 16:53 Robbie Mitchell

Ciudad Perdida: The Lost City in the Clouds (Video)

Have you ever heard of the Lost City, or Ciudad Perdida , high up in Colombia's isolated Sierra Nevada mountain range? This remarkable 500-year-old city was built by the Tayrona people and is...
Acai berries staining a hand. Source: Imago Photo / Adobe Stock
4 May, 2023 - 14:30 Lex Leigh

Acai Berries: Uncovering a Historic Amazonian Nutritional Powerhouse

You’ve probably heard of the acai berry before. This small, purple fruit is incredibly common nowadays in fruit bowls and smoothies, but did you know it actually has a long and fascinating history?...
Ancient windmills, Iran. Source: ghiaseddin / Adobe Stock.
4 May, 2023 - 01:57 Robbie Mitchell

Watch 1,000-Year-Old Windmills in Action (Video)

Located in the remote Chiffon village in northeast Iran , a collection of 1,000-year-old windmills still stand tall and proud, their blades whirring steadily in the strong winds that blow across the...
Chinese concubine. Source: TK0920 / Adobe Stock.
2 May, 2023 - 16:51 Robbie Mitchell

Life and Death in the Harem: China's Imperial Concubines (Video)

Imperial China's history is full of tales of rich and powerful men who kept concubines in their lives, with the most famous system of concubinage existing within the Chinese imperial family. From the...
Ancient Greek household manager with his slave. Source: migfoto / Adobe Stock.
2 May, 2023 - 02:00 Robbie Mitchell

The Not-So-Romantic Truth About Life in Ancient Greece (Video)

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in ancient Greece? It's easy to romanticize the past, especially when it comes to a civilization that produced some of the most important...
The coronation of Charles VII of France (1429), detail of the painting Jeanne d'Arc (1886–1890) by Jules Eugène Lenepveu. Many ancient coronation traditions will be recreated in the coronation of King Charles III. Source: Public Domain
1 May, 2023 - 14:59 Sahir

King Charles III’s Coronation: A 900-Year-Old Ceremony in the Modern Day

Cominh this weekend, King Charles III’s coronation will be the 39th coronation ceremony of a British monarch at Westminster Abbey. It is an ancient ritual that dates back over 900 years and is the...
Medieval knight eating a meal. Source: diter / Adobe Stock.
30 April, 2023 - 16:56 Robbie Mitchell

Outside the Battlefield, What Was Daily Life Like for Medieval Knights? (Video)

Medieval knights are often portrayed as warriors who spent all their time fighting, wooing noble ladies, participating in tournaments and battling their enemies. However, there was much more to their...
What Was Daily Life in Ancient Egypt Really Like? (Video)
29 April, 2023 - 20:55 Robbie Mitchell

What Was Daily Life in Ancient Egypt Really Like? (Video)

The ancient civilization of Egypt has long been a source of intrigue and fascination for people around the world. From the monumental pyramids to the mysterious hieroglyphs , the culture and history...
Medieval farmer. Source: Marina / Adobe Stock.
29 April, 2023 - 16:53 Robbie Mitchell

Getting Dressed as a Medieval Ploughman (Video)

What was involved in getting dressed as a Medieval ploughman ? For farmers in the Middle Ages, conditions were harsh and the work backbreaking . But ploughmen were vital members of the medieval...
Samurai warrior. Source: DZMITRY / Adobe Stock.
28 April, 2023 - 21:00 Robbie Mitchell

Blood, Swords, and Samurai: Punishment in Feudal Japan (Video)

Medieval Japan may be known for its honor, duty, and bravery, but there was also a darker side to the Samurai clans who ruled the era. Punishments for crimes were brutal and oppressive, with extreme...
Roman bathhouse. Source: 4K_Heaven / Adobe Stock.
28 April, 2023 - 17:00 Robbie Mitchell

Keeping it Clean: A Look at Ancient Hygiene Practices (Video)

From the Sumerians and Egyptians to the Victorians and beyond, humans have been striving to keep their surroundings clean since they first settled down and built permanent homes. Before civilization...
Head end and left side of the Nakhtkhnum coffin showing an example of coffin texts. Source: Metropolitan Museum of Art/CC0
25 April, 2023 - 22:56 Lex Leigh

Unveiling the Mystical World of the Egyptian Coffin Texts

One of the most fascinating discoveries of ancient Egypt was the discovery of the Egyptian Coffin Texts, a collection of spellbinding funerary spells and incantations inscribed on coffins, sarcophagi...
A gladiator bestiaries fighting wild animals in the colosseum. Source: DigitalGenetics / Adobe Stock.
25 April, 2023 - 16:54 Robbie Mitchell

Deadly Showdown in the Colosseum: One Gladiator vs. 20 Wild Animals (Video)

In 83 AD, Emperor Domitian hosted a series of games in the Colosseum promising the most extravagant man vs beast showdown Rome had ever seen. This hunt was not just for entertainment but a way to...
Roman women. Source: burnel11 / Adobe Stock.
25 April, 2023 - 02:00 Robbie Mitchell

Unveiling the Fashion Secrets of Ancient Roman Britain (Video)

Have you ever wondered how people dressed in Roman Britain ? The ancient Romans had a distinctive sense of fashion and beauty, and this extended to their clothing and accessories. Women would bind...
Life in Ancient Greece. Source: Kristian / Adobe Stock.
24 April, 2023 - 20:59 Robbie Mitchell

Behind the Scenes of Ancient Greece: Exploring the Daily Life of its People (Video)

We’ve all read a lot about ancient Greece, but what was it really like to live there, to experience it firsthand? There’s a lot we can learn from the daily lives of its people, how they worked and...
Haida mask. Source: Fiona M. Donnelly / Adobe Stock.
23 April, 2023 - 17:00 Robbie Mitchell

Haida Resilience: The Untold Saga of Canada's Coastal Warriors (Video)

The Haida people of Canada have a rich history that dates back over 10,000 years. They were known for their naval power and their strategic use of the ocean, which sustained them through trade and...
Blackening the Bride. In Scotland, newlyweds are covered in filth. Source: azazello / Adobe Stock.
22 April, 2023 - 18:53 Aleksa Vučković

10 Funny and Fascinating Wedding Rituals from Ancient History

For countless couples across the globe, the wedding day is one of the most cherished days in their life. No matter how it is celebrated or how lavishly, it is the moment of their union - “‘til death...
Tudor woman. Source: Kathy / Adobe Stock.
21 April, 2023 - 17:00 Joanna Gillan

Fashion as Status: Getting Dressed in the Tudor Era (Video)

In this fascinating video, we're taken on a journey through the morning routines of Queen Catherine Parr's household. With over 50 female staff members to dress and prepare , getting ready was no...
Viking celebration. Source: Justinas / Adobe Stock.
20 April, 2023 - 21:00 Robbie Mitchell

Raid, Pillage, and Party: Inside the World of Viking Celebrations (Video)

What comes to mind when you think of Vikings ? Pillaging and plundering? Battle cries and warrior spirit ? What about partying? That's right, Vikings knew how to have a good time, too. Mead halls ,...
Gladiatrix. Source: Julien / Adobe Stock.
20 April, 2023 - 19:00 Robbie Mitchell

The Gladiatrix: Unleashing the Power of Women in Ancient Rome's Bloodiest Arena (Video)

The Colosseum in ancient Rome was a symbol of strength, courage, and honor. For nearly three decades, gladiatorial combat had been the ultimate expression of Roman values, where men battled each...
A representation of naumachia. 1894 painting by Ulpiano Checa. Source: Public Domain
18 April, 2023 - 18:51 Robbie Mitchell

The Spectacle of Naumachia: Rome's Brutal Naval Gladiator Battles

For centuries naval gladiator battles, known as naumachia , enthralled crowds with their realistic recreations of famous sea battles, complete with all the chaos, bravery, and brutality of the...

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