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1. Ani: The Ghost City of 1001 Churches

   First mentioned in the 5th century by Armenian chroniclers, the “Ghost City” of Ani was described as a strong fortress on a hilltop that was a possession of the Armenian Kamsarakan dynasty. From this point on and throughout its occupation, the site had a turbulent history: changing hands multiple times, withstanding sieges, massacres, earthquakes, and looting - which led to its eventual abandonment.

   Veronica Parkes - 23/07/2021 - 14:47

2. Luxury Roman Villa and Mosaic Found on Croatian Island of Hvar

   Archaeology on the Croatian island of Hvar in the Adriatic Sea is proceeding at a pace likely not exceeded anywhere else in the world.

   Nathan Falde - 22/02/2022 - 13:57

3. Carvers of the Jelling Stones Identified by Danish Archaeologists

   A new study has solved an intriguing historical mystery involving treasured Danish artifacts that are now more than 1,000 years old, having been made during Scandinavia’s Viking Age in the 10th century AD.

   Nathan Falde - 29/09/2023 - 22:52

4. First Naturally Mummified Inka Llama Sacrifices Found!

   Archaeologists working in Peru have unearthed the first known naturally mummified remains of Inka llama sacrifices. The animals are exceptionally well-preserved and still bear the decorations that were placed upon them in preparation for the ritual sacrifice to appease Inka deities over 500 years ago.

   Alicia McDermott - 22/10/2020 - 00:00

5. New Theory Links Dog Domestication And Excess Protein

   A team of Finnish researchers have developed a new theory about dog domestication and the evolution of dogs from wolves.

   Nathan Falde - 11/01/2021 - 17:57

6. US Vets and Others May Get Legal Access To Old World Magic Mushrooms

   It has often been said that nature’s ancient medicine cabinet holds everything required for humans to reach and maintain a state of homeostasis. Following this timeworn rule US veterans are now using psychedelic magic mushrooms to relieve the trauma of deeply distressing and disturbing experiences.

   ashley cowie - 15/03/2022 - 00:59

7. The Majestic Legacy of Fatehpur Sikri: A Masterful Mughal City

   Fatehpur Sikri is a hidden gem just 37 km (23 mi) southwest of the bustling city of Agra. This majestic town has a rich and intriguing history with roots tracing back to the Sikarwar Rajputs, a fierce subclan of warrior Rajputanas from North and Eastern India who controlled the area briefly at the end of the 12th century. They would be later ousted by the first of the Mughals, Babur, in the early 16th century.

   Sahir - 11/02/2023 - 13:51

8. Possibly Decimated by Conquistadors 400 Years Ago, Has the Lost City of Etzanoa Finally Been Found?

   It may be necessary to add another large nation of Native Americans to the list of peoples wiped out by the rapacious Spanish conquistadors after they arrived in the Americas. The location of the lost city of Etzanoa, found recently in Kansas, mystified historians for 400 years.

   When the conquistadors arrived in the New World they wiped out civilizations and/or cultures, including the Arawaks (Taino) in the Caribbean, Peru’s Incas, Central America’s Aztecs and Maya, and populations along what became the Mexico-U.S. border.

   Mark Miller - 23/08/2018 - 17:55

9. The True Origins of Arthur’s Stone in Herefordshire Finally Revealed

   After years of speculation, archaeologists from the Universities of Manchester and Cardiff have found evidence that reveals the truth about the origin of Arthur’s Stone, a double-chambered rock tomb found on Dorstone Hill in the English county of Herefordshire.

   Nathan Falde - 17/08/2021 - 22:41

10. Was Heinrich Himmler’s 'Nazi Witch Library' Discovered in a Czech Library?

    In 2016, along with a vast array of international publications, the Daily Mail picked up a story that had been published by a Norwegian-based paper prior to a conference about the confiscation of literature by the Nazis during WWII.

    ancient-origins - 29/01/2021 - 23:04

11. 9 Crazy Things Ancient People Gave as Gifts

    The holiday season is upon us, and gifts have been given to loved ones and friends. After a time of wracking your brains for the perfect gift, you may have wondered what types of items ancient people gave as gifts to one another. In the past, the gifts people valued looked much different to the gifts of today because ancient people had different needs, values and preferences than in the modern age. Odds are, the gifts you received this year were very different to the gifts your ancestors would have received centuries ago.

    Lex Leigh - 26/12/2022 - 18:00

12. Two Sides to Every Story: The North American Martyrs Shrines and Indigenous/ Roman Catholic Relations – Part II

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    Jerome Lalemant, the second Superior of the Huron mission, said there were so few converts because no Jesuit had been martyred yet. It is stated more than once that if the “glorious crown” of martyrdom was denied to them, the mission itself could be seen as a living martyrdom.

    Joachim Brouwer - 24/04/2018 - 01:51

13. The Pyramid of Cestius: Why Would a Roman Nobleman Construct a Pyramid Tomb?

    In the heart of ancient Rome, near the Porta San Paolo, the last echo of a Roman fascination with the power of Egypt is located. The pyramid was built during the reign of Augustus, the adopted son of Gaius Julius Caesar. But why did a Roman nobleman, Gaius Cestius, want to be buried in such a tomb?

    Natalia Klimczak - 05/05/2017 - 14:22

14. Divers Find Famous Lost HMS Gloucester Shipwreck off the English Coast

    The Gloucester was a 17th century warship that sunk to the bottom of the sea 340 years ago off the coast of Norfolk in the United Kingdom, with over well over 100 passengers dying. This maritime accident became quite famous, since the ship just happened to be transporting the future king of England, James Stuart, at the time it was lost.

    Nathan Falde - 10/06/2022 - 22:47

15. Apadana – The Everlasting Hall of the Achaemenids

    Throughout countless centuries, across all kinds of different epochs, the great hypostyle hall of Apadana has been an impressive source of wonder and inspiration for all manner of folk. This once magnificent structure, and even its meager remains, has stood as a testament to the grandiose construction capabilities of ancient peoples.

    Aleksa Vučković - 29/09/2019 - 02:03

16. First Temple Period Ivory Plaques, From Bible, Found in Jerusalem

    During joint excavations in the City of David (ancient Jerusalem), archaeologists from Tel Aviv University and the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) unearthed the remains of rare and valuable artifacts from the First Temple period (970 to 586 BC). These were a collection of small pieces of ivory that were once assembled into finely decorated ivory plaques, which the archaeologists believe were made as inlays for wooden furnishings used by government officials or priests.

    Nathan Falde - 06/09/2022 - 14:55

17. Hyena Cave in Saudi Arabia Yields Huge Pile of Animal and Human Bones

    A team of international scientists searching inside a Saudi Arabian cave made by ancient lava flow found one of the most substantial collections of human and animal bones ever assembled. Deep inside a lava tube known as Umm Jirsan in northwest Saudi Arabia, they discovered tens of thousands of dried bones piled up and spread across sections of the cave floor. The bones were in surprisingly good condition, despite their clear antiquity.

    Nathan Falde - 02/08/2021 - 23:02

18. Alexander's Legacy: The Hellenistic Period and the Dawn of a New Era

    The Hellenistic period was a time of great change and excitement in the ancient world. Spanning from the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC to the death of Cleopatra VII in 30 BC, this era saw the spread of Greek culture and influence throughout the Mediterranean world.

    Robbie Mitchell - 09/04/2023 - 14:53

19. Could Humans Become Immortal by 2045?

    Immortality has been a dream of human beings since the dawn of time. Mankind´s fascination with cheating death is reflected in scientific records, mythology and folklore dating back at least to ancient Egypt.

    Some have sought the secrets of immortality in the mythical Fountain of Youth. Others searched for answers by exploring the magical principles of alchemy. Many people have placed great hope in the promises of religion and spirituality, hoping to avoid the finality of death through an ascent into an eternal realm.

    Nathan Falde - 30/07/2019 - 07:09

20. Archaeologists Unearth Two Luxury Roman Townhouses In Nimes, France

    ... 50,000 and 60,000 people, making it an ideal place to sponsor building and urban development projects designed to ...

    Nathan Falde - 26/02/2021 - 21:51

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