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Mysterious Japanese Second Capital Built 1200 Years Ago by Controversial Empress is Finally Found

... for the monk it seems and he apparently convinced an oracle to fake a prediction for him as Shōtoku’s ...

Alicia McDermott - 20/08/2017 - 13:57

Robotic Archaeologists Discover New Tunnels and “Face Down Bodies” at Chavin de Huantar

State of the art all-terrain robots called Chavin Rovers have explored the 3,000-year-old temple of Chavin de Huantar in Peru.

ashley cowie - 24/08/2018 - 19:01

Haunting Tales: Exploring 4 of the Most Famous Ancient Ghost Stories

Ghosts have been a part of human folklore and legends for centuries, captivating our imaginations and sending shivers down our spines. From ancient Rome to modern-day Japan, some of the most famous ghost stories are those that have been passed down from generation to generation. The fascinating origins of some of the most popular ghost tales in history have only added to their enduring appeal.

Lex Leigh - 04/06/2023 - 18:52

Deliver Us From Evil: How Ancient People Protected Their Houses from Bad Spirits and Bad Luck?

Some people say it is not real, but try to tell them that bad spirits just entered their houses. They will feel insane and try to ignore it, but the unpleasant feeling will stay. In this case people haven't changed for centuries or even millennia.

Natalia Klimczak - 05/11/2016 - 23:53

Our Ancient Origins:Symptoms of the Kali Yuga - Part 3

These days, in the Twilight of the Kali Yuga, it’s the Razor’s Edge – every step of the way Home.

Knowledge of our essential Oneness is hard to come by in the Kali Yuga. Beneath the curtain of multiplicity – there is only ONE! This means that behind the apparent diversity of billions of individuals living on planet Earth, they are all only One. All are the ONENESS.

susan - 08/09/2013 - 09:41

Massive Mosaic Depicting the 12 Labors of Heracles Unearthed in Turkey

Excavations being carried out in the ancient city of Syedra, traced back to 2,900 years ago, continue to shed light on the vibrant history of what is now Turkey. Located in the Alanya district of southern Antalya, a massive 164 square meter (1,765 square foot) floor mosaic was found picturing the Greek mythological hero, Heracles (or Hercules in Roman). In the mosaic located in the ancient Roman bath, Heracles is depicted as performing his twelve labors.

Sahir - 05/08/2022 - 18:57

Geometric Stone Spheres of Scotland: Part 1 – More Than A Projectile - What Possible Purpose 5,000-years Ago?

“Only in the period when Megalithic Man was setting out the sophisticated stone rings has a sufficiently high standard of mathematical knowledge and skill ever been reached before the fifteenth century AD. Even today there are few archaeologists capable of appreciating the underlying geometry.” - Prof. Alexander Thom

Hugh Newman - 21/08/2017 - 19:01

Water Cult’s Megalithic Temple in Peru was Re-Purposed for Death

A megalithic temple found near the springs of the Zaña Valley river in Peru is an interesting find for several reasons. First, it’s the only known megalithic architecture in the Lambayeque region.

Alicia McDermott - 20/11/2019 - 17:59

Scientist explores connection between Shang Dynasty China and ancient Peruvian cultures

... Chinese scientist Tang Jigen told El Comercio. “ The oracle bones are evidence that this is one of the oldest ...

Mark Miller - 05/01/2015 - 22:09

A Hellenistic Eden: One Ancient King’s Attempt to Create the Perfect City on Earth

... and the Greek ideal of the polis . Interestingly, at an oracle in Asia Minor, archaeologists discovered a mention of ...

Carly Silver - 24/10/2016 - 03:54

Sinister Secret of the Shang Dynasty: Its Penchant for Human Sacrifice

There is no denying the far-reaching and unique history of ancient China. Thousands of years before our time, the ancient dynasties and cultures of China excelled in a variety of arts and technologies, pioneering skills that would later come to shape the world as we know it. From exceptional jade objects, to massive bronze ritual vessels and sprawling funeral complexes - the ancient Chinese did everything with incredible skill and attention to detail.

Aleksa Vučković - 11/04/2023 - 18:17

How a Two Headed Bird of Prey Ruled Ancient Mesopotamia and Hatti

... the Hittite Hasawa – A Forgotten Priestess, Healer, and Oracle The Great City of Uruk Became Sumerian Powerhouse of ...

Carly Silver - 24/01/2019 - 13:59

Three ancient cities to rival London, Paris and New York

London, Paris and New York are global cities: modern hubs for travel, technology and trade, their names and images echo around the globe, capturing our imaginations with their distinctive histories, famous residents and iconic landmarks. Cities, such as these, which connect with the wider world become mixing pots for a rich interplay of diverse ideas, people and cultures.

ancient-origins - 29/09/2015 - 21:46

What Can the Plague of Athens Teach Us About Today’s Coronavirus?

The coronavirus is concentrating our minds on the fragility of human existence in the face of a deadly disease. Words like ‘epidemic’ and ‘pandemic’ (and ‘panic’!) have become part of our daily discourse. But if we look back through history, many similarities can be drawn. Let’s take the Plague of Athens for example, what lessons can we learn?

ancient-origins - 22/03/2020 - 22:03