The mummy of Ramesses II was among those found in the royal cache (DB320) at Deir el-Bahari, West Thebes
The mummy of Ramesses II was among those found in the Royal Cache (TT320) at Deir el-Bahari. It was completely covered with linen bandages that bear the…
A Pair of 2,000 Year-Old Roman Children’s Shoes Found in the Ruins of Palmyra, Syria
During the Roman period, which spanned from the 1st century BCE to the 3rd century CE, Palmyra enjoyed significant prosperity and emerged as an important regional power….
Ancient Maya Tooth Bling Was Also Good for Oral Hygiene!
The Maya loved their bling and often decorated their teeth with gemstones. But maybe these weren’t all just for show. A new study conducted by the Center for Research and…
The Wonder of Machu Picchu’s Construction Technology
Here’s what we know. Machu Picchu was built in 90 years, between the years 1450 and 1540. It’s located on a crest of the Peruvian Andes by…
The Timeless Stairs of Djoser: A Journey Through Ancient Egyptian Architectural Brilliance
In the vast, sun-scorched landscape of Saqqara, a remarkable monument stands as a testament to human ingenuity and spiritual vision. The Stepped Pyramid, crafted over 4,700 years…
Unveiling the Past: Colorized Image Unveils King Tut’s Tomb Discovery
The Moment of Discovery: Preserving Ancient Egyptian Treasures In the crisp January air of 1924, a remarkable scene unfolded within the confines of a modest laboratory in…
Tutankhamun’s alabaster ship, an artifact from ancient Egypt, was crafted during his reign from approximately 1332–1323 BC
This alabaster boat is supported by a square pool-shaped foundation. It is regarded one of the most magnificent artefacts in King Tutankhamun’s collection. It was discovered in…
Mummy of a man, Louvre. Egypt, Ptolemaic Period, 332-30 BC
It is the mummy of a man about 1.65 meter tall, who lived during the Ptolemaic Period (ca. 305-30 BC). The quality of its embalming, as well…
The size of some of the stones at Sacsayhuaman
Is it possible that ancient cultures possessed thousands of years ago a now-lost technology that allowed them to soften stone? According to numerous researchers, the answer is…
This 17th-Century Aristocrat Had a Crafty Secret For Keeping Her Teeth
(INRAP/AFP) Scientists have discovered the long-buried secret of a 17th-century French aristocrat 400 years after her death: She was using gold wire to keep her teeth from…