The castle was probably built by Robert of Belleme in c1101-2. It is on the site of a Saxon burgh built by Ethelfleda in 912AD.
The castle was probably built by Robert of Belleme in c1101-2. It is on the site of a Saxon burgh built by Ethelfleda in 912AD. Belleme surrendered the castle…
Complete Overview of McCaig’s Tower in Oban
If you ever find yourself in Oban, one of the most notable landmarks you’ll come across is the McCaig’s Tower. This impressive structure, which sits atop of…
The ᴀssyrian Rosette was mostly worn for protection and good luck.
The so-called “Sumerian wristwatch,” often seen in ancient Sumerian carvings, has been a topic of debate among enthusiasts and researchers. These circular objects worn on the wrists…
Scientists at the Field Museum conducted CT scans of 26 mummies within one of their exhibits.
Scientists at Chicago’s Field Museum of Natural History have peered beneath the wrappings of ancient Egyptian mummified human remains to uncover new details about their idenтιтies and…
Amazing Discovery: Legendary Tomb of Giant Gilgamesh Found Under the Euphrates River – Rewriting the History Books
Amazing Discovery: Legendary Tomb of Giant Gilgamesh Found Under the Euphrates River – Rewriting the History Books In a discovery that has captured the imagination of historians…
The Paleolithic Mysteries of the Underwater ‘Cosquer Cave’ in France
The Cosquer Cave is located in the Calanque de Morgiou in Marseille, France, near Cap Morgiou. The entrance to the cave is located 37 m (121 ft)…
The Famine Stela: A Captivating Glimpse into Ancient Egyptian History and Faith
Nestled along the banks of the Nile River near Aswan, Egypt, stands a remarkable artifact that has captivated the attention of historians and Egyptologists for decades –…
Porta Nigra, a remarkable Roman structure located in Trier, Germany.
The Porta Nigra (Latin for black gate), referred to by locals as Porta, is a large Roman city gate in Trier, Germany. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The name Porta Nigra originated in the Middle Ages due to…
The Sumerians: A Civilization with Advanced Knowledge of Astronomy and Medicine
Over 6,000 years ago, in the fertile plains of Mesopotamia, an ancient civilization emerged that would forever leave a mark on the annals of history. The Sumerians,…
Large Kneeling Statue of Hatshepsut
On the upper terrace of Hatshepsut’s temple at Deir el-Bahri, the central sanctuary was dedicated to the god Amun-Re, whose principal place of worship was Karnak temple,…