Discovering Ancient Secrets: The Tomb of the Priest Adjacent to the Great Pyramid of Giza
In a breakthrough archaeological discovery, researchers have uncovered an ancient priest’s tomb in the vicinity of Egypt’s iconic Great Pyramid of Giza. This remarkable finding, dating to…
The Mysterious Giant “Frying Pan” Artifact of Bantul and Its Possible Connection to Borobudur Temple’s Bas-Reliefs
On August 31, 2021, construction workers in Bantul, Indonesia, made an unexpected discovery during routine roadwork—a mᴀssive, circular artifact resembling a gigantic frying pan. The strange object,…
Foot-binding in ancient China: When women fought against their genes to be beautiful
The curator of the refreshed Wan Qing Yuan gallery showing the decal of the size of a pair of bound feet, a new feature at the Sun…
Authentic Ancient Egyptian Mummified Hand for Sale – DNA Analysis
Own a piece of ancient history with this authentic Egyptian mummified hand, a rare and extraordinary artifact embodying the mystery of ancient Egypt and perfect for…
What Did Tollund Man, One of Europe’s Famed Bog Bodies, Eat Before He Died?
The enigmatic, 2,400-year-old mummy’s last meal consisted of porridge and fish Many questions about Tollund Man—arguably the most famous of Europe’s “bog bodies”—remain unanswered. Killed more than 2,000…
The 16th Century Optical Illusion of Florence Cathedral’s Marble Tiles on Flat Floor
This floor is entirely flat. The remarkable 16th-century optical illusion of Florence Cathedral’s marble tiles. When seen from above, the intricate geometry creates the illusion of a…
Archaeologists find 1,000-year-old mummy in underground tomb in Peru
Archaeologists found a well-preserved mummy dating back around 1,000-800 years in an undergoing tomb, in Cajamarquilla, Peru. The researchers discovered the mummy lying in a fetal…
The Huldremose Woman: One of the best preserved and best dressed bog bodies
More than 500 bodies and skeletons were buried in the peat bogs in Denmark between 800 B.C. and A.D. 200. In 1879, Niels Hanson, a school teacher…
The Skull of Mary Magdalene
July 22 is the “Feast Day” for Mary Magdalene, so I thought it would be fitting to post various texts from different traditions. Those into “Gnosticism” like…
Unveiling Ancient Pompeii: New Discoveries Shed Light on Pre-Roman Era
Archaeological Treasures Unearthed Near Pompeii’s Eastern Edge Archaeologists working near the famous Roman ruins of Pompeii have made a series of remarkable discoveries, offering new insights into…