Joyeuse: The Legendary Sword of Charlemagne
Joyeuse was, in medieval legend, the sword wielded by Charlemagne the Great as his personal weapon and is one of the most famous swords in history. Charlemagne…
Archaeologists are too afraid to open up the tomb of China’s first Emperor
They have legitimate concerns about exploring the tomb Archaeologists haven’t dared look inside the tomb of China’s first Emperor. Chances are you’re aware of Qin Shi Huang’s…
Hieroglyphs of the columns of the white chapel of Pharaoh Senusret I
Check this out! There’s this amazing relief from the time of King Sesostri I, who ruled way back around 1961 to 1917 BCE. It shows this cool…
“Large dog, tied to the threshold of the door of a house in which he stood guard.” – Giuseppe Fiorelli in his Guida di Pompei, 1877.
“Large dog, tied to the threshold of the door of a house in which he stood guard.” – Giuseppe Fiorelli in his Guida di Pompei, 1877. This…
The Mystique of Baalbek: Unraveling Ancient Engineering Marvels
In the heart of Lebanon lies the ancient site of Baalbek, home to some of the most awe-inspiring megalithic structures ever discovered. Among these is a mᴀssive stone,…
Luxurious Roman Home with ‘Unparalleled’ Mosaic Discovered Near the Colosseum
In a groundbreaking archaeological discovery near Rome’s iconic Colosseum, researchers have unearthed a Roman home that showcases a stunning and historically significant mosaic. This extraordinary find sheds…
Step Back in Time: The Remarkable Discovery of 1,500-Year-Old Byzantine Footwear
In a groundbreaking archaeological discovery in Istanbul, a pair of women’s sandals dating back 1,500 years has emerged from the depths of history, offering a captivating glimpse…
Mummy of Seti I
Seti I is believed to have died at around 40–50 years old, based on studies of his mummy and historical records. His reign lasted approximately 11–15 years,…