Sandstone rock with carved tombs of persian kings in Necropolis, Iran.
The Tomb of Xerxes I, Naqsh-e Rustam, Iran. Xerxes I, called Xerxes the Great was king of Persia from 486 to 465 BC and he was the…
Syphilis originated in the Americas, ancient DNA shows, but European colonialism spread it widely
The outbreak of a mysterious disease ravaged Europe in the late 15th century, shortly after Christopher Columbus and his crew returned from the Americas. Experts have debated for centuries…
The Ridiculous History of the Chasтιтy Belt
Chasтιтy belts — devices that were reportedly worn by women in the Middle Ages to prevent Sєxual intercourse — are often referenced in popular culture as an…
Chasтιтy belts — devices that were reportedly worn by women in the Middle Ages to prevent Sєxual intercourse — are often referenced in popular culture as an…
The Golden Coffins of King Tutankhamun
The gold outer coffin and the first inner coffin of King Tutankhamun are remarkable artifacts from the New Kingdom, specifically the 18th Dynasty of Egypt (1332-1323 BCE)….
Jugurtha Tableland: Where Nature and History Converge
A Timeless Sanctuary of Stone and Memory In the rugged northwestern reaches of Tunisia, a remarkable plateau rises from the landscape like a natural fortress, whispering tales…
“The Kiss of Death”: A Haunting Masterpiece in Barcelona’s Poblenou Cemetery
30 Th6 Cemeteries are often seen as solemn, melancholic places, where the veil between the living and the ᴅᴇᴀᴅ is thinnest. Yet, amidst the sea of tombstones…
Uncovering the Secrets of Hadrianaupolis: The Discovery of a Remarkable Roman Iron Mask
In the ancient city of Hadrianaupolis, located in the Eskipazar district of Karabük, Turkey, an extraordinary discovery has been made that is set to rewrite the history…
Ancient Power and Symbolism: The Majestic Ceremonial Shields of Tutankhamun
18 Th7 Nestled deep within the Valley of the Kings, the tomb of Tutankhamun has long been a source of fascination and wonder. This young pharaoh, who…
Excavation of Tragic Family Tomb: 6th Century AD Warrior Buried with Wife and Children in Mysterious Phanagoria Crypt
26 Th5 The world of archaeology is filled with extraordinary discoveries that shed light on the lives and histories of ancient civilizations. One such remarkable find has…