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1. Cracking the Mystery of the Decapitated Meroë Head

   Sometimes, modern archaeology reveals something that simply baffles us. Whether it is an item with inexplicable origins, or an out of place artifact, archaeology and history combined often leave us scratching our heads in confusion. The enigmatic Meroë head had that exact same impact when first discovered in 1910. It is a marvelous bronze head of Roman Emperor Augustus - but it was found thousands of kilometers away from Rome! Nevertheless, the puzzle of the Meroë head was finally solved through meticulous historical research.

   Aleksa Vučković - 05/03/2023 - 14:00

2. Bronze Age Sword Found at Secret New Site in Czech Republic

   Archaeologists in the Czech Republic have announced the discovery of a Bronze Age sword that dates from over 3000 years ago, which is providing new insights into prehistoric Eastern Europe. The location where the Late Bronze Age weapon was found is being kept a closely guarded secret.

   Ed Whelan - 18/11/2019 - 22:49

3. Hidden Rapa Nui: Easter Island’s Cults, Cannibals, and Cultural Connections

   ... Help to Populate Easter Island  Easter Island’s Moai Enigma Finally Solved? The Chronicles of Jacob Roggeveen On  ...

   Mark A. Carpenter - 07/02/2021 - 18:05

4. The Ain Ghazal Statues: Jordan’s Unique and Graceful Neolithic Figures

   ‘Ain Ghazal (hereafter Ain Ghazal) is an archaeological site located in Jordan that dates to the Neolithic period, and flourished from around the 8th to 6th millennium BC. Ain Ghazal was discovered during the 1970s, but only excavated in the following decade. The excavation of the site continued until the late 1990s, and, consequently, archaeologists have been able to shed some light on the way of life of Ain Ghazal’s prehistoric inhabitants. The most enigmatic finds at the site are undoubtedly the so-called Ain Ghazal statues.

   dhwty - 19/05/2021 - 14:54

5. 330 Years of Unknown History: The Oldest Road in America Finally Surfaces

   Often, there are hidden truths and old tales that get lost with each generation.  As such, there is an untold story about the United States that begins in the 1600s. 

   JasonS - 21/10/2015 - 14:42

6. ‘Mongolian Arc’ Study Reveals Reason for Gaps in the Great Wall of China

   ... gain easy access to the southern lands, which presents the enigma. If it was a defensive structure, why was it built ...

   Sahir - 05/01/2024 - 16:59

7. Mysterious Inscription Baffles French Village, Prize Offered to Crack the Code

   A recently discovered engraving is baffling local people in the small village in north-west France. The locals have made various attempts to decipher the inscription and have enlisted the help of many local experts to no avail. Now they are offering a prize to anyone who can decipher the mysterious inscription.

   Ed Whelan - 11/05/2019 - 18:20

8. Lost Mass Animal Sacrifice Rituals Revealed at Tartessos Site in Spain

   Archaeologists and other scientists affiliated with several institutions in Spain have revealed a startling fact about an Iron Age site known as Casas del Turuñuelo, which is located in southern Spain close to the Mediterranean coast. It seems this ancient site was used repeatedly to complete animal sacrifice rituals by the Tartessos culture, an enigmatic early Iron Age civilization that lived in the region until approximately 2,500 years ago.

   Nathan Falde - 25/11/2023 - 13:52

9. 1800-Year-Old Roman Amphora of Olive Oil Contains Quote from the Legendary Virgil

   ... and wine transported in amphorae. ( Public Domain ) The Enigma of the Amphora: Deciphering Context and Space ...

   Sahir - 22/06/2023 - 18:54

10. The Secrets of the Kabbalists Garden

    ... of Heligan: Rediscovering a Centuries-Old Paradise An Enigma Wrapped in a Mystery: The Living, Growing Aqueduct of ...

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

11. Preserving Memories Through Time: The History of Post Mortem Portraits

    People and cultures around the world have always understood death - the unavoidable part of everyone’s existence – in a multitude of ways. Some saw it as a gateway to a new life, while others viewed it as enigmatic and unexplainable. But more than anything, the living sought ways to preserve the memory of the deceased and capture their last moments for all time. That’s how post mortem portraits - better known as mourning portraits - came to be.

    Aleksa Vučković - 12/11/2021 - 00:57

12. Ancient Majesty: The Oldest Crown Ever Found

    The oldest known crown in the world, which was famously discovered in 1961 as part of the Nahal Mishmar Hoard, along with numerous other treasured artifacts, was publicly revealed in 2020 in New York University's Institute for the Study of the Ancient World as part of the 'Masters of Fire: Copper Age Art from Israel' exhibit.

    Joanna Gillan - 25/06/2023 - 18:59

13. Use of unique pyramid-shaped podium in Jerusalem baffles archaeologists

    A stepped stone pyramid about 2 meters (6 feet) tall has been excavated in the City of David, and it has archaeologists speculating about its use. They say the structure, unlike any other in Jerusalem, was possibly a podium and cite other, public stones mentioned in the Talmud and used for auctioning slaves or collecting lost things.

    Mark Miller - 02/09/2015 - 00:03

14. The Lost Egyptian Origins of the Superstitious Numbers 13 and 18

    The superstitious numbers 13 and 18 both have a long history reaching back millennia. The first is usually regarded as unlucky, the latter, lucky – but why? What are the actual origins of these unusual numbers, and why do they carry such diverse connotations? Let us delve into the ancient beginnings of these magical numbers, and discover their real royal pedigrees.

    Jonathon Perrin - 13/01/2023 - 21:50

15. The Invisible Grid Of Multidimensional Existence

    ... Sequences and Synchronicities ” and “ The Deja Vu Enigma ”.  Larry continues to write ground-breaking books ...

    ancient-origins - 22/12/2013 - 06:58

16. Rimush of Akkad, Sargon’s Heir, and a Brutal Warlord

    In the history of Ancient Mesopotamia, that renowned cradle of human civilization, there were many great kingdoms, city-states, and even empires. One of these was the famed Akkadian Empire, centered on the city of Akkad. Reaching its peak strength between 24th and 22nd centuries BC, this affluent ancient empire exercised immense influence across Mesopotamia, and as far as the Levant, Anatolia, and far south to Dilmun and Magan (modern Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Oman). To survive, such an empire needed powerful leaders.

    Aleksa Vučković - 21/08/2023 - 23:00

17. The Phaistos Disc: Spiral Secrets Suggest It’s a Festival Calendar

    In 1908, Italian archaeologist Luigi Pernier was working in southern Crete at an ancient Minoan palace located in the town of Phaistos. Digging amid the ruins he found a clay circular tablet that has eponymously become known as the Phaistos Disc. Dating to the Bronze Age, circa 1800-1600 BC, the Phaistos Disc contains an enigmatic script using pictograms unlike any seen before. Despite numerous attempts to decipher the script, this ancient disc has continued to keep its secrets for more than a century.

    Robin Ashdown - 25/09/2021 - 22:57

18. Conrad Haas’ Flying Javelin: Yes, It Is 16th Century Rocket Science

    Conrad Haas was a military engineer who lived during the 16^th century. Not much is known for certain about Haas’ life, in fact, he was largely forgotten by history. But this changed in 1961, when a scholar came across an old manuscript that dealt with the subject of artillery and ballistics from the 16^th century. It was in the third part of this document that Haas’ writings were found.

    dhwty - 04/12/2017 - 22:55

19. BREAKING NEWS: Enormous Monument Over 2,000 Years Old Discovered in Petra

    Archaeologists in Jordan have made an incredible find at the World Heritage site of Petra. A massive ceremonial platform measuring 184ft (56m) by 161ft (49m), which ‘has no parallels’ in the ancient city, was discovered just half a mile from the city center using high-tech satellite scanners.

    aprilholloway - 10/06/2016 - 02:45

20. Historic Cold Cases: Five Ancient Archaeological Murder Mysteries

    ... murder mystery, an unsettled death, an impenetrable enigma or even an ancient cold case just waiting to be ...

    ancient origins - 13/04/2021 - 18:41

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