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The Mogao Grottoes in China, the Legendary Home to a Thousand Buddhas and a Hidden Library
The Mogao Grottoes, known also as the Mogao Caves, the Dunhuang Caves, or the Thousand Buddha Caves, are a network of Buddhist cave temples in China. This site is located near the city of Dunhuang in the northwestern Chinese province of Gansu. This ancient city was once located in an oasis on a strategic point of the ancient Silk Road. Thus, Dunhuang was a center where not only trade, but also cultural, religious, and intellectual exchanges took place.
dhwty - 07/05/2016 - 14:46
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Jawbone Jewelry: Archaeologists Discover 1,300-Year-Old Painted Bone Pendants in Mexico
Archaeologists have unearthed painted human jawbones at a ceremonial site in Mexico associated with the ancient Zapotec civilization. It is believed the bones were worn as necklace pendants as part of their ancestor veneration rites. Dozens of whistles and statuettes, some honoring the Mesoamerican god Xipe Totec, were also found.
aprilholloway - 18/05/2016 - 21:44
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Explorers That Found Ancient Lost City of the Monkey God Almost Lose Their Faces to Flesh-Eating Parasite
... it. According to Morde, the indigenous people said a giant statue of a monkey god was buried there. He never revealed ...
Theodoros Karasavvas - 16/01/2017 - 21:49
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Ancient Gods: Lost Histories, Hidden Truths, and the Conspiracy of Silence
Where do we come from? What are the origins of modern civilization? Do the world's pyramids, the Nazca Lines, Easter Island statues, and other enigmatic structures, archaeological wonders, and geographic anomalies contain evidence of ancient gods?
ancient-origins - 29/08/2020 - 17:20
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Dreams of Human-Powered Flight: Daedalus and the Story of Icarus
Daedalus, the legendary inventor of ancient Greek mythology, joined the court of Minos, the ruler of Crete, as the king's star engineer. Within the stories of Ovid, Homer or even Pausanius, Daedalus was credited with creating myriad marvels, from carpenter's tools to animated statues, as well as a pair of wings with which to escape King Minos in the famed story of Icarus.
“Once you have tasted flight,
you will forever walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward,
Adrienne Mayor - 04/11/2022 - 01:00
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Is This a Tiny Alien Skeleton? Scientists Say “No”, But Not Everyone is Convinced
... to the media, hypotheses abounded on what caused her tiny statue, missing ribs (10 pairs instead of 12), elongated ...
Alicia McDermott - 23/03/2018 - 12:59
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2500 year-old Ancient City Discovered in India
It all started in 2008 when the J R Bhagat, Deputy Director of the Archaeology Department, Chhattisgarh, found some old items (coins, pottery and bones) close to the Kharun River, indicating the presence of an ancient city. It was then when he got the permission from the Archaeological Survey of India to proceed with excavations.
ancient-origins - 16/03/2013 - 14:45
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The Kailash temple at Ellora – preserving ancient wisdom for mankind
When visiting the Kailash temple in the silence before dawn, one can’t help but bow down to the ones who designed and carved this majestic reminder of an unknown past.
christel - 04/05/2014 - 23:07
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Athens’ Alcibiades: Charming Playboy, Conniving Politician Or Treacherous Opportunist?
... in 480 BC. The Parthenon housed a massive gold and ivory statue of Athena and was adorned with elaborate sculptures ...
MartiniF - 15/05/2023 - 17:30
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Carved in Stone: The Ancient Splendor of Banteay Chhmar (Video)
... legacy of Cambodia's ancient civilization . Three enormous statue heads unearthed at Banteay Chhmar temple, Cambodia ...
Robbie Mitchell - 25/05/2023 - 16:52
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Time Travel Below Waves: Baiae's Ancient Party Town (Video)
Diving among the ancient ruins of Baiae is an extraordinary experience, providing a tangible connection to the decadent past of the Roman Empire. Located near Naples, this once-thriving resort town was favored by the Roman elite for its lavish parties, luxurious palaces, and magnificent bathhouses.
Robbie Mitchell - 02/08/2023 - 16:59
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Roman Emperor Vespasian Built the Colosseum to Boost Morale (Video)
... , eventually named the Colosseum after the nearby colossus statue of Nero, was a symbol of his commitment to the people ...
Robbie Mitchell - 18/10/2023 - 16:54
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The Liber Linteus: An Egyptian Mummy Wrapped in a Cryptic Message
In 1798, the French under Napoleon Bonaparte launched a military campaign in Egypt. Along with soldiers and military personnel, Napoleon brought a large number of scholars and scientists known as savants when he invaded the country. The involvement of these scholars in the war resulted in a renewed European interest in ancient Egypt, known as Egyptomania.
dhwty - 16/01/2022 - 14:00
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Nearly One Hundred 1,000-Year-Old Mysterious Manuscripts Discovered in Afghanistan
A mysterious collection of nearly 100 manuscripts have been discovered in an Afghan Cave. An analysis of the texts revealed that they were owned by a Jewish family that lived along the ancient Silk Road about 1,000 years ago. The manuscripts had been written in a plethora of languages, including Aramaic, Hebrew, Persian, Judeo-Arabic, and Judeo Persian.
Natalia Klimczak - 14/06/2016 - 21:52
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Mythical Ancient Emperors Who Fought Over the Birth of China
In Zhengzhou, China, stands a monumental testament to antiquity: a towering sculpture, reaching a staggering 106 meters (348 ft) in height. This awe-inspiring structure immortalizes two fabled figures from Chinese lore: Yandi, remembered as the “Flame Emperor,” and Huangdi, revered as the “Yellow Emperor.” Erected to commemorate their roles as the progenitors of Chinese civilization, these statues serve as enduring symbols of the mythical epoch that shaped the nation's political and economic landscape.
Veronica Parkes - 27/03/2024 - 22:44
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Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs
This book is the official companion to the National Geographic Exhibition of the same name. Featuring hundreds of full colour photographs, the volume delves into the rich treasure trove of objects from the reigns and tombs of fabled Egyptian kings and queens. Statues, furniture, urns and other funerary implements to ease the passage to the afterlife, jewellery and bas-relief panels are all included, and each photograph is accompanied by a precise description of materials, subject and significance.
ancient-origins - 12/08/2017 - 04:01
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Pukao Study Claims Easter Island had a Cooperative Community Not A Warrior Culture
Analysis of these giant stone hats found on Rapa Nui, Chile (Easter Island) provides evidence contrary to the widely held belief that the ancient civilization had a warrior culture. According to a new study conducted by a team of researchers, including a professor at Binghamton University, State University of New York, these stone hats suggest that the people of Rapa Nui were part of a supportive and inclusive community.
ancient-origins - 23/12/2017 - 01:56
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The Great Wall of Gorgan: Red Snake of Iran Saw Empires Rise and Civilizations Crumble
... Are Set in Stone at the Taq-e Bostan Monument The Colossal Statue of Shapur, Powerful King of the Sassanian Empire ...
dhwty - 02/06/2018 - 22:47
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Gold, the Peacock, the Lotus Flower, and Other Sacred Indian Symbols Explained
India is a very beautiful country and it has a culture full of symbolism. In what follows, some of the more popular Indian symbols are presented. These are some of the icons that are very relevant in revealing the nature of Indian culture.
The Importance of Gold in Indian Culture
Gold is very important in Indian culture, as it is a symbol of the goddess Lakshmi. She is considered a benevolent goddess; thus, it is believed that buying gold can bring a lot of luck to an individual.
valdar - 25/06/2018 - 14:00
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Powerful Places in Malta: A Broader Perspective
This is not your usual travel guide. Powerful Places in Malta provides detailed descriptions of specifically selected powerful places. It also gives background information and an overview of the controversies, conflicts, and conspiracies that swirl around many of Malta’s ancient sacred sites. In addition, it includes first-hand experiences and practical suggestions on how to turn casual tourism into transformational travel.
ancient-origins - 19/02/2022 - 15:49