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Exquisite Maps Reveal a Worldwide Mythical Creatures List

... the researchers “ranked them by total search results on Google, using the search terms “[Country] + [Mythical ...

Alicia McDermott - 30/10/2020 - 17:06

Timeline of Human Activity in Ancient Ireland is 33,000 Years Old!

... Europe during the Upper Paleolithic. If you were to Google search “the first people in Ireland” right now, ...

ashley cowie - 20/04/2021 - 15:02

Megalithic cliff statue

... which is roughly equal to that of the great pyramid. A google search reveals scant details about this thing, and I ...

Rizzman - 01/07/2015 - 18:42

Ancient Journeys: What was Travel Like for the Romans?

... take over six days in Roman times according to ORBIS , the Google Maps for the ancient world developed by Stanford ...

victor labate - 17/01/2016 - 04:12

Noah on the Phaistos disk

Hello every good body & very sorry for my englesh, pls

Imagine that you need to be represented graphically (schematically) the room in which along two opposite walls are 4 (for some) room, and this room has a separate entrance. This image, you have to fit into a square with sides at least 2 cm.
It is obvious - simple and clear options quite a bit; And perhaps, on the Phaistos disk, we have the optimal solution of this problem.

Ilya Sukharev - 30/03/2016 - 12:10

Mummification Had Nothing to Do With Preservation, Claims Exhibit

... this as an entirely wrong and dogmatic assumption. A quick Google search on the word “ mummification ” took me to an ...

ashley cowie - 24/11/2022 - 13:58

Drukgyel Dzong and How a Lama Unified Bhutan

Bhutan is a Himalayan kingdom with a rich history and a distinctive Buddhist culture. It has barely been impacted by modernity and globalization, and has managed to largely preserve its ancient culture.

Ed Whelan - 04/09/2019 - 01:55

How the Search for Immortality Killed the First Emperor of China

No man had ever risen as high as Qin Shi Huang. He was the first emperor of China - the first man to conquer its seven kingdoms and rule them all. There was only one threat left for him to overcome: death itself.

Mark Oliver - 15/06/2018 - 02:03

Grimoires by a Biblical King? The Magical Treatise of Solomon and the Key of Solomon

... Google Books, 2016. The Magical Treatise of Solomon, or, ...

dhwty - 10/08/2019 - 00:59

Artificial Intelligence Inching Closer to Deciphering Long Lost Languages

... and Artificial Intelligence Lab and the AI project called Google Brain. According to Discover Magazine the project team ...

Alicia McDermott - 21/07/2019 - 15:03

Pre-Columbian Amazon Was Not So Virgin After All

... Ditched enclosures of the Upper Tapajós Basin (UTB). ( Google, DigitalGlobe ) The possibility was too exciting to ...

Alicia McDermott - 28/03/2018 - 14:00

Basilica of the Holy Blood – Does it Really Hold the Blood of Jesus?

The beautiful city of Bruges in Belgium is so well maintained it is said that strolling through town is like walking through a gallery of European architecture. But it’s not only the buildings which bring it fame. The city is home to the Basilica of the Holy Blood, said to hold one of the most venerated relics in all of Christianity – a cloth with the blood of Jesus.

Ed Whelan - 02/11/2020 - 13:58

Blue Mosque in Mazar-I-Sharif, Afghanistan: A Shrine of Renowned Beauty

Afghanistan is these days often associated with war and tragedy. However, it has a long history and has been an important cultural center for many centuries. The Asian country has numerous spectacular buildings and one of the most beautiful is the Blue Mosque, often known as the Shrine of Ali in Mazar-i-Sharif. This remarkable place of worship has been fortunate to escape the many wars and conflicts that have ravaged Afghanistan in modern times.

Ed Whelan - 12/12/2018 - 01:56

Agrasen Ki Baoli: A Subterranean Architectural Wonder

When we think of architectural wonders, we do not typically think of the water supply. However, in the heart of modern New Delhi, near one of its most popular tourist sites, is a remarkable subterranean architectural wonder that played a crucial role in the metropolis’ water supply for centuries. This is the famed Agrasen ki baoli and it was built to capture precious water in the dry climate of the North Indian plain. Today this marvel is popular with foreign and local visitors and it is a protected monument.

Ed Whelan - 04/02/2019 - 13:51

Gravensteen Castle: Site of Gruesome Torture and Revolting Students

The historic region of Flanders in Belgium is famous for its many medieval monuments and buildings. These relics date back to an era when the region was a major economic and political center under the Counts of Flanders. For many years Gravensteen, a massive Gothic castle, was the heart of the region. Today, this restored fortress is one of the most famous historic sites in all the region.

Ed Whelan - 09/11/2020 - 13:39

A Failed #MeToo Moment: Just How Horrible Being An Ancient Roman Actress Could Be

When an actress in ancient Rome was brutally gang-raped by a group of young men who’d come to see her show, she started a very public battle for justice. The story of her fight and her failure is usually nothing more than a footnote in the history of important men. But it actually reveals a dark side to what it meant to be a woman 2,000 years ago.

Mark Oliver - 14/07/2018 - 19:17

Unveiling the Bridestones Cairn of Cheshire

The British landscape is dotted with the remains of its Stone Age past. We are all familiar with Stonehenge, one of the most famous prehistoric monuments in the world, but few people are familiar with the Bridestones. This Neolithic structure was once an impressive monument as remarkable as Stonehenge until it was looted in the modern era. These stones, however, are still of great significance.

Ed Whelan - 12/06/2020 - 01:32

Indian Man Removes His Devil’s Horn

... in the International Journal of Surgery. From Discover on Google https://t.co/2yiOtyWQ1Y — PETE W (@28ac68924bf7400) ...

ashley cowie - 18/09/2019 - 23:04

Tintignac, Where the Gauls’ Favor of the Gods Couldn’t Last Forever

Like many countries in western Europe, France was deeply influenced by the Romans and the Celts who left remarkable monuments that today are major archaeological and historic sites. Because the area was used during both eras in history, Tintignac has provided fascinating insights into the military and religious history of both these ancient cultures.

Ed Whelan - 16/09/2020 - 01:46