Europe

Ancient places can be found all over Europe. Their fascinating histories and impressive artifacts open intriguing glimpses to times past, and open up a window on European history. Visiting such ancient places in Europe can be an unforgettable experience.

Science is constantly discovering new archaeological places and uncovering more evidence into what we once thought we knew about our history, therefore offering new pieces to the ever changing puzzle of humanity’s past and altering how we interpret it. This section will present the most interesting archaeological sites all over Europe, as well as new discoveries of ancient places that are worth paying a visit.

Hermitage of San Bartolomé. Source: Al Carrera / Adobe Stock.

10 June, 2023 - 20:55 Robbie Mitchell

Why Did the Templars Mark This Mysterious Spot On the Map? (Video)

Nestled within the majestic Rio dos Lobos Canyon stands the 12th-century hermitage of San Bartolomé, a hidden gem veiled in secrets and symbolism. This enigmatic chapel holds a significant place in...

Scottish broch. Source: ivan / Adobe Stock.

10 June, 2023 - 02:00 Robbie Mitchell

Unlocking the Secrets of Scotland’s 2,000-Year-Old ‘Skyscrapers’

In the heart of Scotland's captivating wilderness, an enigma from the past stands tall, shrouded in mystery and curiosity. These towering stone structures, known as brochs , have silently witnessed...

Neanderthals. Source: Mikolaj Niemczewski / Adobe Stock.

9 June, 2023 - 01:51 Robbie Mitchell

What Really Killed the Neanderthals? (Video)

Unraveling the mystery behind the Neanderthals' extinction has captivated scientists for decades. In the fascinating world of paleoanthropology , theories abound, shedding light on the fate of our...

39 stones near the main attraction here at Carnac have been totally destroyed. Source: Karl Allen Lugmayer / Adobe Stock

8 June, 2023 - 15:05 Sahir

39 Prehistoric Megaliths At ‘The French Stonehenge’ Destroyed by Developers

DIY chain Mr. Bricolage is under fire for ‘accidentally’ destroying a vital part of the deeply ancient historical heritage of Brittany – ‘The French Stonehenge’. The unfortunate destruction of thirty...

Church of Santa Maria do Olival in Tomar, Portugal. Source: milosk50 / Adobe Stock.

7 June, 2023 - 16:51 Robbie Mitchell

The Tiny Church at the Heart of the Knights Templar (Video)

Hidden within the charming town of Tomar, Portugal, lies a hidden gem of historical significance - the tiny church of Santa Maria do Olival. Dating back to the 13th century, this Gothic church holds...

Castle Frankenstein, Germany. Source: Dr. N. Lange / Adobe Stock.

4 June, 2023 - 20:35 Robbie Mitchell

Castle Frankenstein: The Real Inspiration for a Monster (Video)

Perched upon a hill in southern Germany, overlooking the enchanting city of Darmstadt, lies a castle steeped in mystery and whispers of inspiration. Welcome to Castle Frankenstein , a medieval ruin...

Black Dog. Source: Maya Kruchancova / Adobe Stock.

4 June, 2023 - 16:51 Robbie Mitchell

Curse of the Night: Legend of the Black Dog (Video)

In the depths of eastern England lies a tranquil village, yet beneath its serene facade, an ancient legend lurks. Passed down through generations, the tale tells of a chilling encounter with a...

Artist’s reconstruction of the Swedish shaman. Photography by Gert Germeraad, Trelleborgs Museum.

3 June, 2023 - 16:52 Robbie Mitchell

Sweden's Exceptional 7,000-Year-Old Burial That Defied Tradition (Video)

The discovery of 'Burial XXII' in Sweden during the early 1980s generated considerable excitement among archaeologists. This unique Mesolithic grave , located in Skateholm on the southern coast,...

Grotte di Osimo. Source: Giulia Lavagnoli / CC by SA 4.0.

2 June, 2023 - 20:57 Robbie Mitchell

Uncovering Templar Secrets In the Grotte di Osimo (Video)

Beneath Osimo, Italy, lies a concealed network of tunnels and chambers connecting the city's palaces. This underground maze carries an air of mystery, as it once held strategic importance for the...

Lisbon Marquis of Pombal. Source: Downunderphoto / Adobe Stock.

31 May, 2023 - 21:00 Robbie Mitchell

Lisbon's Cataclysm: The Earthquake that Shook History (Video)

In the year 1755, the vibrant city of Lisbon awakened to a day like any other. Little did its inhabitants know that this would be a fateful All Saints' Day that would reshape history. As the sun rose...

Left, Representative AI generated Iron age house; Right, Iron Age house remains from the 10th to the 9th century BC in Thorikos, Attica/Greece. Source: Left, AI generated; Right, Thorikos Archaeological Project Gent-Göttingen

29 May, 2023 - 22:55 Nathan Falde

Archaeologists Excavate Earliest Greek Iron Age House Ever Found in Thorikos

A team of archaeologists got quite the surprise when they were digging at a well-established Mycenaean site in Greece located south of Athens. While performing excavations near Thorikos, the...

Sintra, Portugal at the Initiation Well. Source: LALSSTOCK / Adobe Stock.

29 May, 2023 - 20:57 Robbie Mitchell

Knights Templar Symbols in Sintra's Inverted Tower (Video)

The Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra , Portugal, houses a mesmerizing architectural wonder known as the initiation well or inverted tower. This awe-inspiring structure is steeped in strange symbology,...

A special metal frame allows archaeological digs of one square meter in the area the Rungholt church has been detected on the tidal flats. Source: Universitaet Mainz

29 May, 2023 - 18:53 ashley cowie

Sunken Sanctuary and Settlement Rediscovered on German Coast

A sacred coastal building was drowned and lost during a storm surge in 1362 AD. Now, archaeologists in Germany have rediscovered the sunken medieval structure, which some media outlets are calling “...

Silver diadem. Source: Trustees of the British Museum.

29 May, 2023 - 16:50 Robbie Mitchell

Bronze Age Treasure Revealed Female Rule of the Argarics (Video)

Deep within the ancient La Almoloya archaeological site in southern Spain, an extraordinary revelation has emerged, shaking the very foundations of our understanding of power and politics in the...

Divje Babe flute (Peter Milosevic / CC by SA 4.0)

27 May, 2023 - 21:01 Robbie Mitchell

Ancient Harmonies: Neanderthal's 60,000-Year-Old Flute (Video)

In 1995, archaeologist Ivan Turk made a groundbreaking discovery in the Divje Babe cave located in Slovenia. Among the remnants of a Neanderthal fire pit, as well as stone and bone tools, Turk...

Skeletons in a mass grave. Source: EKH-Pictures / Adobe Stock.

26 May, 2023 - 20:52 Robbie Mitchell

Grim Discovery: Uncovering London's Plague Burial Ground (Video)

In August 2015, an astounding discovery was made in the heart of London that sent shockwaves through the archaeological and historical communities. Researchers announced the unearthing of a mass...

Representative image of human skulls in one of the famous catacombs around the world. Source: mila103 / Adobe Stock

23 May, 2023 - 18:51 Robbie Mitchell

Tales from the Crypt: Exploring the World's Most Famous Catacombs

Beneath the streets and buildings of many of the world's most historic cities lie mysterious and ancient catacombs. These underground burial sites hold the remains of thousands of people and have...

Female figurines dating back to the Cucuteni-Trypillian Culture unearthed at Verteba Cave. Source: Mykhailo Sokhatskyi

12 May, 2023 - 23:00 Nathan Falde

Trypillian Culture Female Figurines Found at Ukraine’s “Pompeii”

A team of archaeologists from the Ukraine discovered five clay female figurines hidden inside a hole in a wall in Verteba Cave, in the Borshchiv Region of western Ukraine. Dating to the first...

Section of the impressive walls of Dubrovnik. Source: Siegfried Schnepf / Adobe Stock

11 May, 2023 - 18:59 Robbie Mitchell

The Unbreakable Barrier: Dubrovnik's Walls Through the Ages

Nestled along the rugged Adriatic coast, the walled city of Dubrovnik in Croatia has long been a cultural and economic hub in the region. However, this picturesque city has also seen its fair share...

The Piedras Blancas tomb with La Peña de los Enamorados behind it. Source: M. Ángel Blanco de la Rubia / Antiquity Publications Ltd

5 May, 2023 - 18:54 ashley cowie

5,000-Year-Old Astro-Tomb Discovered On Spanish Giant

As archaeologists in Spain were researching a rock formation known as the Sleeping Giant, they noticed something curious. From a distance, they identified a feature on the giant’s chest, which turned...

Representational image of an underwater city. Source: Henry Letham / Adobe Stock.

2 May, 2023 - 21:00 Robbie Mitchell

The Search for England’s Underwater City (Video)

In the depths of the English Channel lies a lost city that has been submerged for over 8,000 years. It is known as Doggerland. One maritime archaeologist , Garry Momber, has spent two decades...

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...

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...

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...

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