A Glimpse Inside a Roman Home: The Well-Preserved Interiors of Herculaneum
The ancient city of Herculaneum, buried by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE, offers an extraordinary window into Roman life. Its remarkably preserved houses…
Volubilis: A Timeless Testament to Ancient Splendor
23 Th12 Introduction: The Enchantment of Volubilis Nestled in the fertile plains of northern Morocco, the ancient city of Volubilis is a breathtaking blend of historical eras…
The Chariot of Monteleone: A Fascinating Etruscan Artifact Illustrating Greek Mythology
The Chariot of Monteleone, an exquisite artifact dating back to approximately 530 BC, stands as a brilliant testament to the advanced craftsmanship and cultural sophistication of the…
The Engineers of 12,000 Years Ago: Unveiling the Mysteries of Göbekli Tepe
A Nameless Civilization The civilization responsible for the construction of Göbekli Tepe remains largely unnamed, with their existence only recently brought to light through archaeological discoveries. Unlike…
Sillustani: Towering Tombs of the Ancient Andean Highlands
29 Th12 Introduction to Sillustani Perched at an impressive alтιтude of 3,840 meters, Sillustani stands as a testament to the grandeur of ancient Andean civilizations. Located near…
The ancient windmills: Astonished by the millennia-old natural wonders of Nashtifan
In the arid landscape of Nashtifan, Iran, witness to over a millennium of history, stand the ancient vertical-axis windmills – still operational to this day. More than…
Hegra: Saudi Arabia’s Ancient Rock-Cut City and UNESCO Treasure
02 Th1 Hegra, also known as Mada’in Salih, is a breathtaking testament to the Nabataean kingdom’s architectural and cultural achievements. As Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage…
The strange similarities of ancient structures
There are ancient structures in the world belonging to different civilizations on opposite sides of the hemisphere, but their architectural styles are strangely similar. Richard Cᴀssaro has…
The 18th-Century Mummies of Vác: Unlocking Tuberculosis’ Hidden Past
07 Th2 A Discovery Beneath the Church In 1994, researchers exploring the Dominican church in Vác, Hungary, made an astonishing discovery—265 naturally mummified bodies, perfectly preserved in…
Unveiling Nan Madol’s Mysteries: The 800-Year-Old City of Spirits on Coral Reefs
The Forgotten City Rising from Micronesian Waters In the emerald embrace of Pohnpei’s shoreline, a remarkable story etches itself into the landscape—the extraordinary tale of Nan Madol….