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Where Sumerian Rulers Lie: The Royal Tombs of Ur
The Royal Tombs of Ur is a 4,800-year-old Sumerian burial site of around 2,000 graves located in the ancient city of Ur in southern Mesopotamia (in the south of modern day Iraq). Sixteen of the graves were designated as ‘royal’ due to the spectacular treasures inside, including gold beads, bronze relics, cylinder seals, musical instruments and ceramics, as well as artifacts associated with mass ritual.
ancient-origins - 01/01/2017 - 22:15
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Traditional Funerary Rites Provide a Glimpse at Mystery Neolithic Vietnamese Culture
... funeral rites . Special meals are eaten, and mourning music fills the air along with the loud wailings over the ...
Alicia McDermott - 25/04/2018 - 13:58
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The Legendary Queen of Sheba and Her Iconic Visit with King Solomon
... numerous times through literature, film, television, and music. Most tales revolve around her meeting with the ... often used in modern-day literature, theater, film, and music. In these stories, she takes on many appearances, ...
mrreese - 09/01/2015 - 11:18
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Eri: Mythical King and Founder of the Igbo
... each Igbo region has its own architectural building style, music, and primary religion. There is no single Igbo art ...
Lex Leigh - 19/04/2022 - 18:58
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Tulum: Maya City of the Dawning Sun, a Caribbean Paradise
... Aztec & Maya Codices that Survived the Conquistadors The Music of the Maya: Mysterious whistles Confound Experts ...
Bryan Hill - 03/07/2015 - 22:41
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Take an Eye-Opening Journey into the Past: Top 10 Historical TV Series
... West, was acknowledged for its sets, cinematography, and music. How Historically Accurate is it? The series’ ... the Danes. What Stands Out? The acting, fight scenes, music, costume and plot have received a lot of praise. The ... it’s something interesting to consider. The costumes, music, and story may also appeal as something different for a ...
Alicia McDermott - 19/10/2020 - 22:01
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The Ancient Tuareg: “Free Men” of the Sahara Desert
... caravans echo their storied past, as does their unique music and art. The Tuareg—a seminomadic Islamic people ... independence, though they were unsuccessful. Reviving the Music of their Foremothers: A Traditional Tuareg Instrument ...
dhwty - 14/11/2023 - 13:58
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10 Tourist Spots That Ancient People Visited
... usually short on goods and services. Between live music, local restaurants, theatrical performances and decent ... became known as a major center for literature, art, and music. Tourists greatly enjoyed the entertainment Munich had ...
Lex Leigh - 10/09/2022 - 18:52
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A 2,500-year-old Site Blessed by Buddha - Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
... J. C. R. (2017). Improvisation of Sri Lankan temple music through digital media: (a study based on the evidence ...
Ed Whelan - 01/02/2020 - 01:57
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Ball of the Burning Men: Temperatures Rose at Hot Royal Party
... the world descended into a world of pleasure, of art and music, balls and feasts. Their wealth and power allowed them ... for a silly party, full of charades, masks, and loud noisy music. As this ludicrous party heated up, the key event ...
Aleksa Vučković - 20/02/2020 - 22:06
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Science Versus Religion on Our Ancient Origins: What if They’re Both Wrong?
... in the fields of World Religions and Instrumental Music. He is author of Ancient Gods: Lost Histories, Hidden ...
jim willis - 12/07/2017 - 15:30
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Samodiva: The Life-Sucking Temptress and Wood Nymph of Bulgarian Folklore
... enjoy dancing, especially when accompanied by the music of a kaval or shepherd’s pipe, they often either seduce or kidnap a shepherd to obtain that music. If an unfortunate human stumbles on the samodivi ...
ancient-origins - 08/12/2018 - 23:09
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Archaeologists Discover Paintings of Ancient Egypt in a 2,000-Year-Old Villa in Pompeii
... the Roman Empire.” Representations of sexual activity, music and alcohol consumption are often central to these ...
Theodoros Karasavvas - 08/05/2017 - 13:50
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Seafarers and Shell Rings: Strange Formations on the American Coast a Hallmark of Faraway Visitors?
... in the fields of World Religions and Instrumental Music. He is author of Ancient Gods: Lost Histories, Hidden ...
jim willis - 25/08/2017 - 15:39
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One of the Oldest Known Paintings of Confucius found in Tomb of Disgraced Ex-Emperor
There may be some irony in the discovery of a possible painting of Confucius, known for espousing high-minded morals and the importance of good governance – it was found in the tomb of an ancient Chinese emperor dethroned after just 27 days for loose morals and bad performance.
Mark Miller - 18/11/2015 - 03:51
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Encountering Liminal Deities At Crossroads, Where Veils Are Thinnest
In antiquity every village, town or city had a central crossroads, probably marked by the largest statue, fountain, temple or cathedral in the area. This is not by chance. Since prehistory crossroads have served communities as both functional and deeply mystical places where different paths converged.
ashley cowie - 15/02/2023 - 21:04
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Byron Preiss’ Treasure Hunt In the Cult Classic “The Secret” Lives On!
... finding jewel casque seek the sounds of rumble brush and music hush,” the group of friends pinpointed the dig site ... train, the “brush” to the Art Institute, and the “music” to the Petrillo Bandshell, an outdoor amphitheater . ...
Jake Leigh-Howarth - 31/03/2022 - 01:58
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They’re Alive! Megalithic Sites Are More than Just Stone
It doesn't take much to stimulate the human body's electro-magnetic circuitry, in fact a small change in the local environment is enough to create a change in awareness.
Freddy Silva - 11/09/2021 - 01:00
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Hades, God of the Underworld and His Unsung Powers
... tale, the hero Orpheus manages to charm Cerberus with his music, thus allowing him to enter the Underworld. The ... back to life. Orpheus made his way to Hades, and his music and grief so moved the lord of the Underworld that he ...
dhwty - 12/10/2019 - 22:54
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They Were Nuts! Seven of History’s Craziest Rulers
When one looks at the state of the world today, one could be forgiven for thinking that some, if not all of our leaders are at least a little bit loopy. Rest assured: this feeling is nothing new. People have been putting up with rulers who have lost their minds for millennia. Some of them were amusing, some terrifying. Here are seven rulers who lost their minds.
Robbie Mitchell - 05/12/2022 - 22:00