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  1. The Basilica of San Petronio: The Biggest Church in the World…if the Pope Had Allowed it

    The Basilica of San Petronio is one of the most important churches in Bologna, the largest city (and the capital) of the northern Italian administrative region of Emilia-Romagna. The basilica is often mistaken for the city’s cathedral, due to its central position on the Piazza Maggiore, and enormous dimensions. Additionally, this basilica is the 15th largest church in the world, though it was originally planned to be the world’s largest.

    ancient-origins - 03/04/2016 - 03:52

  2. Farmer Digs Up Stone Egyptian Stele Saluting Sixth Century BC Pharaoh

    Recently, a farmer ploughing his field in Egypt’s Ismailia Governorate dug up something massive and historically significant. The unnamed farmer was shocked to realize the heavy object he’d uncovered was not a large rock. It was actually a huge stone Egyptian stele that contained hieroglyphic writing in an ancient language.

    Nathan Falde - 21/06/2021 - 21:35

  3. Searching for the Lost Subterranean Worlds of Mitla, Mexico

    Ancient and colonial sources speak of an extensive underground labyrinth of caves and tunnels, considered by the ancient Zapotec to be a physical entrance into the Underworld of Lyobaa, located under the ancient site of Mitla, Mexico. A new research project now aims to reveal the secrets of the Mitla Underworld using the latest, state-of-the-art geophysical equipment.

    Marco M. Vigato - 18/03/2022 - 22:01

  4. Bodies Left Behind - A Cruel History of Persecution, Shamanic Ecstasies & the True Witches Sabbath

    ‘The witches are carried sometimes in their bodies and clothes, at other times without, and the examiner thinks their bodies are sometimes left behind. Even when their spirits only are present, yet they know one another.’  -Witch trial record from Taunton, England, 1664.

    nrushton - 12/04/2017 - 15:30

  5. Dogs in the Middle Ages: What Medieval Writing Tells Us About Our Ancestors’ Pets

    Emily Savage/The Conversation

    In the Middle Ages, most dogs had jobs. In his book De Canibus, the 16th-century English physician and scholar John Caius described a hierarchy of dogs, which he classified first and foremost according to their function in human society.

    ancient origins - 27/01/2024 - 00:00

  6. Voynich Manuscript Is Solved And This Time It’s Academic

    Claims of ‘cracking the code’ of the Voynich manuscript have lost their sheen somewhat over the last few years, with weak cases being presented from all and sundry. This attempt, described confidently in a research paper and presented in a press release by a UK university seems to have solid backing.

    Gary Manners - 15/05/2019 - 17:34

  7. The Aztec Map of Cuauhtinchan And The Hidden Pyramid of Teoton

    Within the Mexican State of Puebla, atop the ruins of a Pre-Columbian pyramid, stands the Convent of Cuauhtinchan. In 1891 AD, an ancient Aztec map was found concealed in the monastery. This exquisite artifact dates back to the time of the conquistadors and depicts a far older memory of pilgrimages, rituals, deities, sacrifices, sacred mountains, pyramids, subterranean structures, and overall, what appears to be the dawning of civilization in the region.

    Mark A. Carpenter - 06/08/2021 - 18:09

  8. Have Archaeologists Found Lyobaa, the Zapotec Land of the Dead?

    Beneath monumental stone structures discovered at the archaeological site of Mitla in the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca, it has long been believed that the ancient Zapotec people built a huge and complex labyrinth of chambers and passageways.

    Nathan Falde - 30/06/2023 - 14:55

  9. Feeling Guilty About Drinking? Well, Ask the Saints

    Michael Foley / The Conversation

    ancient-origins - 20/11/2017 - 01:55

  10. The Secrets of the Kabbalists Garden

    Does a hidden garden hold the encoded secrets of the Kabbalists?

    Hidden away in a cul-de-sac at the base of the towering medieval walls of Girona, Catalonia, Spain, is a tranquil garden. A statue of a long-haired angel stands guard over the entrance, its hands clasped in prayer. If the iron gate is unlocked, which happens erratically, you can enter the terraced garden.

    Elyn and Gary - 02/07/2018 - 14:02

  11. Egyptian Authorities Push Back on Cleopatra Portrayal

    The Egyptian Supreme Council of Antiquities (to be precise, Dr. Mostafa Waziri) has accused Netflix of the “falsification of Egyptian history.” They are pushing back, hard, after a new Cleopatra documentary portrays the legendary ruler of ancient Egypt as a black African woman. The Council said this is “blatant historical fallacy”.

    ashley cowie - 30/04/2023 - 14:01

  12. Study by Yale University Experts Proves Vinland Map is a Hoax

    Scholars at Yale University have just completed a comprehensive analysis of the Vinland Map, a cartographic representation of the northeastern North American coast that was supposedly created in the 15th century. Using the latest high-tech methods to examine the ink used to draw its markings, the Yale experts have conclusively proven the Vinland Map hoax.

    Nathan Falde - 16/09/2021 - 00:55

  13. The Battle of Cajamarca – The Conquest of the Spanish and the End of the Inca Empire

    The Battle of Cajamarca was a battle fought between the Spanish and Inca in 1532. The battle, which is sometimes considered to be an ambush or a skirmish, saw a small band of Spaniards led by the conquistador Francisco Pizarro capture Atahualpa, the Sapa Inca, i.e. the ruler of the Inca Empire.

    dhwty - 15/02/2020 - 14:07

  14. Piers Gaveston: Exile, Secrets, and Jealousy Marked the Life of the Favorite of King Edward II

    Piers Gaveston, 1st Earl of Cornwall, was an English nobleman who lived during the 13th and 14th centuries AD. He was “the favorite” of English king Edward II - what exactly that means in his case is a subject of debate. Regardless, this favored position caused him to become a victim of jealousy, exile, and eventually murder.

    dhwty - 31/12/2018 - 14:01

  15. Less Ice and Low Water Levels Reveal Hidden Treasures – At A Price

    For the world of archaeology, climate change is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, receding ice and falling water levels are bringing to the surface entire villages and ruins of civilizations. On the other hand, climate change is also causing erratic weather cycles, including wetter winters, and unseasonal humidity is wreaking havoc on ancient artifacts, causing widespread disintegration and erosion.

    Sahir - 17/08/2022 - 01:59

  16. Speaking of Angels and Saints: The Story of Joan of Arc

    Joan of Arc was a young peasant woman who lived during the last phase of the Hundred Years’ War. This war was a series of military conflicts between France and England which began in 1337 due to an inheritance dispute over the French throne. It ended in 1453. The 116 years of the war saw the rise and fall of several kings and nobles, many of whom are noteworthy in their own right.

    dhwty - 10/07/2020 - 19:14

  17. Exploring the Masters: 10 Influential Medieval Artists You Should Know

    The Medieval period, spanning roughly from the 5th to the 15th centuries AD, was a time of profound artistic expression that laid the groundwork for the Renaissance to follow. Despite the challenges of this era marked by social upheaval, wars, and religious strife, artists thrived, leaving behind a rich legacy of art that reflects both the spiritual fervor and the secular concerns of the time. From illuminated manuscripts to breathtaking architecture, Medieval art encompasses a diverse range of styles and techniques.

    Aleksa Vučković - 13/04/2024 - 14:52

  18. Pope Alexander VI: Unscrupulous Borgia Patriarch With a Lust for Power

    Alexander VI was a pope who lived during the 15th century, when Italy was experiencing the Renaissance. He is considered to be one of the most controversial popes in the history of the Roman Catholic Church.

    dhwty - 10/08/2020 - 22:55

  19. Stories from the Gallows: Executions Exhibition Reveals Tragic Tales of Death

    ... Eliza Fenning, age 22: Attempted murder, 1815 Born in Dominica to an Irish mother and English soldier father, Eliza ...

    ancient-origins - 22/02/2023 - 20:58

  20. ‘Sensational’ Find is NOT Cleopatra’s Tomb, But May Be a Clue

    Taposiris Magna was just another archaeological site in Egypt until a rumor arose that the tomb of the famous Queen Cleopatra and her lover Mark Antony may be there. This location rises and fades from public interest every few years, but now a new documentary, ‘The Hunt for Cleopatra’s Tomb,’ has brought it back to light once again. There are some interesting new discoveries at the site, including a couple of gold leaf coated mummies.

    Alicia McDermott - 14/07/2020 - 22:15

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