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Timgad: The Wonderfully Preserved Algerian Pompeii
One of the best-preserved Roman ruins in Algeria, Timgad can thank the sands of the Sahara for its survival. It is such a remarkable site to behold that some travelers have even gone so far as to dub it the ‘Algerian Pompeii’.
dhwty - 13/08/2018 - 14:03
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Priceless Gold Coins Discovered in Ancient ‘Piggy Bank’ in Israel
Israeli archaeologists have discovered a small treasure trove of gold coins in an ancient ‘piggy bank’, which is believed to be the personal savings of a potter that worked in a kiln around 1200 years ago.
Ed Whelan - 30/12/2019 - 17:40
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The Afaq Khoja Mausoleum And The Legacy Of A Great Uyghur Leader
The Afaq Khoja Mausoleum is a tomb complex located in Xinjiang, an autonomous region in northwestern China. For the predominantly Muslim Uyghurs (or Uighurs) who inhabit the region, this mausoleum is considered to be their holiest local site. The mausoleum was built during the 17th century, and, in spite of its name, was not originally built for Afaq Khoja, but for his father.
dhwty - 23/02/2021 - 01:02
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Three ancient cities to rival London, Paris and New York
London, Paris and New York are global cities: modern hubs for travel, technology and trade, their names and images echo around the globe, capturing our imaginations with their distinctive histories, famous residents and iconic landmarks. Cities, such as these, which connect with the wider world become mixing pots for a rich interplay of diverse ideas, people and cultures.
ancient-origins - 29/09/2015 - 21:46
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The Tragic History of Saint Ephraim Monastery in Greece
... conscripted into Ottoman military and being converted to Islam, found refuge in the monastery on the Mount of Amomon. ...
Joanna Gillan - 17/09/2023 - 14:59
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Egyptologists Set to Unravel the Identity of Mystery Pharaoh from Tomb KV55
... were in a sarcophagus in the tomb (Photo by AhramOnline ) Islam Ezat, a staffer with the ministry’s scientific ...
Mark Miller - 17/06/2016 - 03:46
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Perfect Nature: Encountering The Self As A Spiritual Guide In The Arabic Hermetica
The Pseudo-Aristotelian Hermetica are a core subgroup of Arabic Hermetic texts which take the form of discourses and letters of the philosopher Aristotle to Alexander the Great. The texts concern an array of subjects, including cosmology, the fabrication of amulets and talismans, and astrological knowledge.
Jason Jarrell - 15/09/2023 - 16:29
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Clay Tablet Reveals Ancient Babylonians Used Calculus to Track Jupiter 1,500 Years before Europeans
... astronomy, in the Hellenistic world, in India, in Islam, and in the West—if not indeed all subsequent ...
aprilholloway - 28/01/2016 - 21:53
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Explore These Eight Extraordinary Temples (Video)
In a world rich with cultural treasures and spiritual landmarks, a selection of eight temples beckons travelers with their unique allure and historical significance. The Wat Samphran in Thailand's Sampron district is a mesmerizing pink shrine, stretching 260 feet towards the sky, encapsulated by a mysterious giant dragon.
Joanna Gillan - 28/08/2023 - 20:57
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Divers find largest golden coin hoard ever discovered in Israel
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) has announced the discovery of a massive hoard of almost 2,000 gold coins by divers in the ancient harbor in Caesarea. The coins, which are over 1,000 years old, constitute the largest find of its kind in the country. It is believed the treasure belongs to a shipwreck of an official treasury boat on its ways to Egypt with collected taxes.
aprilholloway - 17/02/2015 - 22:21
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Ajina-Tepa, Tajikistan – Abandoned Buddhist Cloister on the Famous Silk Road
Although Central Asia is no longer inundated by tourists, in the past it was a dynamic and diverse area, largely thanks to the Silk Road. One of the many remarkable sites in this region is the Buddhist cloister of Ajina-Tepa in Tajikistan. This ruin is a testament to the Buddhist past of the region and is regarded as the largest such site in all of Central Asia.
Ed Whelan - 22/01/2020 - 01:35
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Records from Early 20th Century Nubian Excavations Miraculously Rediscovered
... began gradually shifting their spiritual allegiance to Islam . This conversion was ultimately completed, and the Nubians have remained faithful to Islam ever since. The current Nubian population numbers ...
Nathan Falde - 10/01/2024 - 16:52
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Majesty of ancient Egypt brought to life in spectacular detail
For many people, visiting the last of the seven wonders of the ancient world is a lifetime dream, but not everyone has the opportunity to experience their majesty in the flesh. However, it is now possible to experience the next best thing – a complete virtual tour that includes the pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Pyramid of Djoser in the ancient burial ground of Saqqara, among many other sites.
aprilholloway - 12/09/2014 - 02:46
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Meenakshi Amman Temple: Unique Towers, Migrants from a Lost Continent, and Sacred Marriage Celebrations
Legends say Meenakshi Amman Temple was created by migrants from a lost continent. Perhaps that is just a story, but the unique and monumental towers with their brightly-colored sculptures of mythological figures could make you believe that this temple comes from a storybook. Once a year, the temple ups its game as it attracts over a million visitors to attend a sacred marriage celebration and a chariot procession for the angered god who almost did not make it.
dhwty - 07/09/2017 - 01:58
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Achaemenid Religion: Lighting the Spirit of Ancient Persia
... ideas helped accelerate the rise of Christianity and Islam , which became the two major religions of the former ... affected Western, Slavic, and Byzantine civilization and Islam led to the rise of the Islamic civilization of the ...
Caleb Strom - 13/10/2019 - 23:01
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Paying With Shells: Cowrie Shell Money Is One of the Oldest Currencies Still Collected Today
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Connecting The Dots From Enoch To Sheba And Solomon
Jews of Ethiopia have long believed they were descended from King Solomon through the mysterious queen of Sheba. In I Kings, chapter 10, she is said to have traveled to Jerusalem to experience for herself the riches and wisdom of King Solomon, son of David and greatest of the Hebrew kings. If the event ever took place, it probably happened between 965 and 931 BC.
jim willis - 17/02/2021 - 22:45
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Algeria's Treasures: From Constantine to the Roman Ruins of Timgad (Videos)
Algeria's history unfolds from the ancient city of Constantine to the remarkably preserved Roman ruins of Timgad. Constantine, perched dramatically on cliffs, boasts historic bridges and a history dating back millennia. Its lively streets are lined with houses that have stood for thousands of years.
Robbie Mitchell - 09/09/2023 - 17:17
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History Erased: The 6 Most Heartbreaking Archaeological Destructions
Have you ever wondered how the destruction of our past affects our future? World history is full of incredible stories of innovation, achievement, and triumph, but it is also full of tales of destruction, loss, and devastation. Throughout history, many priceless archaeological sites, monuments, and artifacts have been destroyed due to wars, natural disasters, and human negligence. These cultural tragedies not only rob us of our heritage but also deprive future generations of the opportunity to learn from the past.
Robbie Mitchell - 11/06/2023 - 18:59
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4,500-Year-Old Sumerian Palace Uncovered in Iraqi Desert
Reaching the culmination of a search that has been going on for the past several years, a team of archaeologists affiliated with the British Museum has finally unearthed the long-lost remains of a Sumerian palace and temple in the ancient city of Girsu on the southern plains of Iraq.
Nathan Falde - 20/02/2023 - 14:00