Mummy of Queen Nodjmet
The mummy of Queen Nodjmet was found in the Deir el-Bahari Royal Cachette (DB320). The mummy had been given artificial eyes, made of white and black stones….
Tales of a Two-headed Giant: Are Legends of Patagonia’s Kap Dwa Real?
In the annals of history, tales of giants have permeated diverse cultures, weaving a rich tapestry of myth and legend. From the towering Greek тιтans to the…
Scientists bring face of 400-year-old ‘vampire’ back from the ᴅᴇᴀᴅ
Scentists say they want to bring Zosia back ‘as a human, and not as this monster that she is buried as’ Remains of the woman found at…
Scientists Use DNA to Reconstruct Face of 18th-Century ‘Vampire’ Buried in Odd Way To Avoid Him Attacking the Living
The face of a man 18th-century locals believed to be a “vampire” has been reconstructed using DNA evidence that also revealed a bizarre burial ritual. Burying suspected…
Tutankhamun: the tomb of Ancient Egypt that still fascinates the world
On November 26, 1922, British archaeologist Howard Carter, after weeks of work and preparation, finally entered Tutankhamun’s tomb and found thousands of precious objects. The discovery left…
The Timeless Elegance of Etruscan Art: The Sarcophagus of Seianti Hanunia Tlesnasa
The sarcophagus of Seianti Hanunia Tlesnasa, discovered at Poggio Cantarello in Tuscany and dating to 150-140 BC, stands as a testament to the intricate artistry and cultural…
Who built the Sphinx? Who broke its nose? 4,500 years later, a fresh look
With the body of a lion and the face of a king, the Great Sphinx has become an instantly recognizable symbol of ancient Egypt, inspiring grand replicas…
The Roman military base at Dura-Europos in Syria. The visualization of an archaeological site
Introduction The ruins of the ancient city of Dura-Europos in Syria offer scholars of classical studies deep insights into the Middle East as part of the Roman…
Standing Tall in Karnak’s Great Hypostyle Hall
The blog for this week is written by Marissa Lopez, who holds a degree in anthropology with a focus on archeology. She spent a year studying Egyptology…
The pharaoh at the center of one of Egypt’s biggest finds
Remarkable artworks unearthed in the early 1900s celebrate Menkaure, the sixth ruler of Egypt’s 4th dynasty. The three great pyramids of Egypt have stood tall for some…