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  1. Babylon -a wonder of the ancient world to be resurrected once more

    Babylon, the capital of Mesopotamia and the cradle of early civilization was known to be a magnificent city, especially because of its hanging gardens and walls. No wonder it is counted among the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.  But today Babylon is hardly what it was in the past, with its plunder of treasures, conflicts and its tyrant rulers.

    aprilholloway - 30/04/2013 - 13:53

  2. Ancient Mesopotamian Bricks Record 3,000-Year-Old Geomagnetic Anomaly

    A geomagnetic anomaly that occurred between 3,000 and 2,500 years ago has shed light on ancient Mesopotamia in a way that has never been explored before. Analysis of ancient bricks from Mesopotamia, specifically modern-day Iraq, point to a dramatic spike in the Earth’s magnetic field roughly 3,000 years ago.

    Sahir - 19/12/2023 - 13:55

  3. The Ishtar Gate and the Deities of Babylon

    The Ishtar Gate was the main entrance into the great city of Babylon, commissioned by King Nebuchadnezzar II (605-562 BC) as part of his plan to create one of the most splendid and powerful cities of the ancient world. The discovery of the ancient gate in 1902 by German archaeologist Robert Koldewey was met with awe, and its reconstruction in 1930 revealed its architectural splendor.

    Joanna Gillan - 09/11/2023 - 21:59

  4. Did Ancient Humans Acquire Nautical Knowledge by Sailing the Prehistoric Megalakes of Africa?

    ... of early migration by sea. ( Nicholas Thompson and Chad DiGregorio ) A stone tool kit, hand axes, scrapers, and ... The lakes in Africa were thousands of miles long. Mega Chad was a freshwater lake in Africa covering 139,000 sq miles (360,000 sq km). Lake Chad formerly emptied in the Atlantic Ocean. The map of ...

    Clyde Winters - 12/06/2017 - 14:00

  5. Lake of Blood: The dark history of Laguna Yahuarcocha, Ecuador

    ... are working on excavating and conserving it.  Credit: Chad Gifford / Pambamarca Archaeological Project The Battle ... built by the Inca on the ridges of Pambamarca.  Credit: Chad Gifford / Pambamarca Archaeological Project In the ...

    Bryan Hill - 13/07/2015 - 21:22

  6. The Ior Bock Saga: Is Everything We Know about History Wrong?

    There are many disagreements among scholars regarding historical events and individuals, however there is a consensus that most historians follow - a mainstream view of world history. At the same time, there are also those who challenge the mainstream view.

    Caleb Strom - 14/08/2017 - 19:00

  7. The Rock of Dunamase: Vikings, Anglo-Norman Nobles, and Oliver Cromwell Paint the Castle’s History

    The Rock of Dunamase is a large limestone outcrop located in County Laois, a county in the middle of the eastern Irish province of Leinster. The site is today known for the ruins of Dunamase Castle, which was built during the Middle Ages by Anglo-Norman nobility. Archaeological evidence suggests that an earlier defensive structure had already occupied the outcrop, and been attacked by Vikings, as early as the 9th century AD.

    dhwty - 22/07/2018 - 14:01

  8. The King of Beasts That Have Witnessed the Rise and Fall of Ancient Civilizations

    Lions are often said to be the kings of all animals. They are also a symbol of power and popular archetypes for influential rulers. Most civilizations have depicted these regal animals in their artwork as an important attribute of power. Many beautiful statues and amazing reliefs with the graceful creatures have survived from ancient times, but some of them stand apart for their fascinating stories. 

    Natalia Klimczak - 17/12/2016 - 00:44

  9. Knight Templar Graves “Not” Discovered At “Non-Templar” Church

    Edward Dyas is an English author who has spent years looking for connections between a church and the illustrious order of medieval warrior-monks, The Knights Templar. Dyas is back in the news this week with more alleged Templar discoveries. But how does the evidence add up? Has he indeed found a hitherto unknown Templar Church in the middle of Dudley?

    ashley cowie - 17/08/2023 - 22:54

  10. Nabu: Ancient Mesopotamian God of Scribes and Wisdom

    Nestled in the fertile region around the River Tigris and Euphrates, the historical region of ancient Mesopotamia has long been regarded as one of the earliest cradles of civilization. Home to ancient cultures of Assyria, Babylon, and Sumer, it was also the home of diverse gods and goddesses. Sumer, one of the oldest civilizations in this region, influenced the developing pantheons of both Assyrians and Babylonians.

    Aleksa Vučković - 15/02/2021 - 22:10

  11. The Dream Realms Of Morpheus, Sisig, Baku, And Njorun

    ‘The Sandman’ a comic book written by Neil Gaiman and published by DC Comics from January 1989 to March 1996, is considered one of the very best modern insights into sleep and dreams in the ancient world. It is widely credited as one of the most sophisticated, and artistically ambitious comic books ever written and while the first part of the series presents horror stories and the second section explores fantasy themes, the last instalment delves into classical and contemporary mythology on dreams.

    ashley cowie - 24/05/2022 - 17:16

  12. Ancient Stargate: Can Sakwala Chakraya Unlock Interstellar Travel?

    Located in the city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, the so-called “Stargate of Sri Lanka” is a mysterious place with much that is yet to be unveiled. There are many stories about UFOs and other strange happenings around this location, known popularly by its local name, Rajarata, or "The Land of Kings." As of today, the researchers have taken significant steps to gain knowledge about at least some of the mysteries here.

    Bipin Dimri - 20/05/2021 - 01:54

  13. The Sahara As We Know It Today Versus The Green Sahara It Once Was!

    ... “ mega lake ,” during the Green Sahara period Lake Chad, then known as the “Megachad,” was more than ten ... aka Baramar lake group of Ounianga kebir lakes at Saharan Chad also stands as evidence of the Green Sahara period when ...

    Lex Leigh - 27/03/2022 - 18:58

  14. The Helix Staircase of the Loretto Chapel and Other Miracles

    Santa Fe is the oldest capital city in New Mexico, US. But it is not just the age of the city that makes it a popular destination. In the center of the city stands an architectural landmark, a former Roman Catholic Church, which is known as the Loretto chapel.

    johnblack - 07/11/2019 - 20:11

  15. 8 Bizarre Folklore Creatures That Will Keep You Up at Night

    We’ve all heard of mythical creatures and cryptids like Bigfoot or the Loch Ness Monster, but those aren’t the only strange creatures rumored to be wandering the earth. Throughout history, there have been dozens of other strange folklore creatures described in stories passed down from generation to generation. Each of these creatures has its own fantastic description, whether about its physical appearance or interactions with humans.

    Lex Leigh - 08/01/2023 - 13:57

  16. In Search of the Origins of the Philistines – Part 2

    (Read Part 1 here) Commonly referred to as the modern Queen of the Philistines, archaeologist Trude Dothan, believes that in some part, the Philistines originated from the island of Cyprus to the North of Egypt and West of Canaan (Dothan, Queen of the Philistines, 59) Dothan would continue to excavate outside of Israel and on Cyprus. Working closely with Cyprus’s director of the Department of Antiquities, Dr.

    pkoutoupis - 19/05/2014 - 22:30

  17. An Iron Brew: 2,500-Year-Old Drink Recreated by Archaeologists and Brewers

    ... in Milwaukee's Lakefront Brewery, where the cellarmaster Chad Sheridan (an expert in homebrewed meads) helped ... [today’s] mead imbibers, we decided to leave it as is.'' Chad Sheridan and Mike Vergolina preparing the brew. ( ...

    Natalia Klimczak - 28/10/2016 - 00:44

  18. The Other Side of the Flood: Was Abraham of Indian Descent?

    A fascinating hypothesis, developed in recent years, proposes a vision of the patriarch Abraham totally different from what eminent biblical studies have until today reported. In 1552, the French linguist, astronomer and cabbalist Guillaume Postel (1510-1581) was among the first to correlate Abraham with Brahma, deducing his hypotheses from the study of the Jewish Zohar. In 1769, Immanuel Kant, similarly to what Voltaire wrote before him, compared Adam and Abraham with the Hindu Adimo and Brahma.

    Enrico - 02/10/2019 - 17:05

  19. The Surprising Links Between Alexander the Great and Christianity

    Alexander the Great died three centuries before Christianity officially appeared, but his cult was so strong that some symbols connected with the ancient Macedonian king were adopted by the new religion. Moreover, one of the most famous churches in Italy contains an adventurous history connected with him.

    Natalia Klimczak - 03/05/2016 - 03:53

  20. The Torah: Its History, Use, and Continued Purpose

    The name of the Torah has a complicated history. It has been thought to mean a multitude of things including “instruction”, “law”, and “teaching”. The Torah is often misunderstood to represent the Hebrew Bible, but in fact only actually covers the first five books, known as the Pentateuch, out of the total twenty-four. While some consider the Torah to represent the entire narrative of the Hebrew Bible, others associate the title with the entire range of Jewish literature, practice, and religious teachings.

    Riley Winters - 15/08/2020 - 01:02

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