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1. World’s Oldest Surviving Amphitheater Preserved at Pompeii

   Amphitheaters, with their gladiators, executions, and macabre contests, have fascinated people for millennia. They have featured in countless novels, books, and video games. One of the best-preserved and possibly the oldest extant amphitheaters is found at Pompeii. It is one of the many structures that were protected by deep ash and debris when Mt Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD.

   Ed Whelan - 21/10/2020 - 00:49

2. What Became of Atlantis: The Flood from Heaven

   ... of water or beneath the Greenland ice sheet. (Source: Google Earth, 2016) But only the Caribbean Basin has within ... would be a promising place to begin our search. (Source: Google Earth, 2016) Featured image: Deriv; A drowned land. ...

   Brad Yoon - 15/03/2016 - 13:51

3. Forgotten, Lost, or Destroyed? Exploring the Final Fate of the Famous Three Ships Led by Columbus

   ... only some 400 years later. By locating the banks on Google maps and following details from the Ship Log, anyone ...

   Natalia Klimczak - 31/07/2016 - 14:41

4. Why Bodh Gaya is Considered the Navel of the Earth

   India is the birthplace of Buddhism and as one of the oldest faiths followed, there are many wonderous Buddhist sites. There is also a growing recognition of the country’s Buddhist heritage. One of the most holy Buddhist sites is Bodh Gaya, where the spiritual life of the Buddha is commemorated and revered by devotees from all over the world. Additionally, Bodh Gaya’s temple is one of the wonders of ancient Indian architecture.  

   Ed Whelan - 06/08/2020 - 01:15

5. Edinburgh Castle, Proud Custodian of Significant Scottish History

   ... of the Castle of Edinburgh Available at: https://books.google.co.uk/books?hl=en&lr=&id=WqQHAAAAQAAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PA1... ...

   Ed Whelan - 03/04/2020 - 02:01

6. 3000 Years of Greek Drama at the Theatre in Syracuse

   For many centuries Sicily was part of the wider Greek world and this can be seen in the many spectacular monuments and ruins on the island. One of these is the Greek theatre at Syracuse. Syracuse was founded by Dorian Greeks in the 8^th century BC and became one of the leading powers in Magna Graecia. The beautiful structure has inspired poets and artists for millennia. Its importance has been recognized by UNESCO who have given it the status of a World Heritage Site.

   Ed Whelan - 28/04/2020 - 01:55

7. Stone Age Soundtracks

   ... pioneering: when I search 1,387,529,000 web pages through google.com on the Internet for ‘Archaeology Sound’, the ...

   ancient-origins - 07/10/2017 - 01:52

8. The Roman Bridge of Cordoba that Transported Armies, and Spans Time

   Ancient structures often tell us a great deal about the history of a region or country. They reveal what materials were available, the culture and beliefs of the people, and which nations, if any, had influence over or traded with the people of the area. The magnificent Roman Bridge in Cordoba, Spain, is a prime example. This world-famous bridge played an important role in the history of Spain - from the Ancient World, through the Middle Ages, and continuing today.

   Ed Whelan - 06/06/2020 - 13:51

9. The Fascinating Lchashen Settlement, Armenia: Where Elite Warriors Emerged from a Watery Grave

   ... . Oxford: Blackwell. p. 5 Available at:   https://books.google.ie/books?id=e3nef10a3UcC&dq=&redir_esc=y Sanognia, A. ...

   Ed Whelan - 11/12/2018 - 01:52

10. The Glösa Rock Art in Sweden Provides a Peek Into the Lives of Stone Age Hunters

    One of the most interesting and enjoyable historic sites in the Scandinavian country of Sweden is Glösa. This is an area with remarkable prehistoric petroglyphs, excavated hunting pits, and a center that recreates the ancient past for visitors by offering a unique interactive experience and a real sense of how our distant ancestors lived.

    Ed Whelan - 25/11/2018 - 23:00

11. How The Rosetta Stone Unlocked Hieroglyphics (Video)

    ... Rosetta Stone: One of Archaeology’s Greatest Treasures Google Launches AI Cyber Rosetta Stone for Hieroglyphic ...

    Robbie Mitchell - 02/07/2023 - 16:56

12. Spice, Spice, Baby: The Dutch East-India Company

    ... over 70,000 people. Of course, there was a downside. Google’s unofficial motto ‘Don’t be evil,’ would’ve ...

    Scott Williams - 08/04/2024 - 17:17

13. Surya Siddhanta: The Startlingly Accurate Astronomy Book of the 1st Millennium BC

    ... Phanindralal Gangooly. Delhi: Motilal Banarsidass, 1989. Google Books. Web. ...

    Kerry Sullivan - 31/08/2016 - 14:40

14. The Mighty Red Fort of New Delhi, a Symbol of Mughal Power and Wealth

    For various reason, buildings and structures become symbols of nations, for example the Eiffel Tower in Paris, the pyramids in Egypt, and the Red Fort in New Delhi, India. Also known as Lal Qalʿah, the Red Fort was the center of Indian government for centuries and is still a symbol of power. This UNESCO World Heritage site is rich in history and contains many architectural wonders. It is incredibly popular with both locals and visitors.

    Ed Whelan - 22/08/2020 - 01:51

15. Is there Truth to the Bedouin Legend of the Great River in the Desert?

    ... 300 km inland. Radar images trace it much further. Photo: Google Earth The ‘Great River’ close up: in reality the ...

    David Millar - 21/08/2021 - 00:57

16. The Shotel Sword: Ancient African Weapon Was Worn To Impress the Ladies

    One thing that every culture has in common is weaponry, and that weaponry is often unique and distinctive in its appearance.

    Sarah P Young - 20/04/2019 - 13:58

17. Sweden’s Coronavirus Knights Battle COVID-19 at Gotland Tourist Mecca

    ... by historian Eve Astrid Andersson, who is a Director for Google, Gotland was initially an independent sovereign entity ...

    ashley cowie - 20/07/2020 - 22:58

18. The Winter Solstice at Seven Amazing Megalithic Sites

    ... country. Karnak Temple winter solstice sunrise alignment. (Google Earth/Wikimedia Commons) 7. Chaco Canyon, New Mexico, ...

    Hugh Newman - 12/12/2023 - 13:49

19. Dr. Phil Flambas

    ... Atlantis. The book is available on Amazon, iBookstore, Google Books, Barnes and Noble, Kobo, and many more.   ...

    ancient-origins - 02/01/2013 - 08:03

20. Genesis-Revelations The life cycle of the World

    ... logic to the basic building blocks of life. https://sites.google.com/view/the-new-world-perspective Your comments and ...

    Barry Sears - 05/09/2014 - 05:55

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