Mongolian ship’s anchor recovered from seabed off Nagasaki after 741 years
MATSUURA, Nagasaki — An anchor from a Mongolian ship that sank off the coast of an island in this southwestern Japan city during an attempt to invade…
2,000-Year-Old Mosaics Uncovered In Turkey Before Being Lost To Flooding
Zeugma was one of the Roman Empire’s most important and prosperous cities outside of Europe. Situated by a bridge over the River Euphrates it was a vital…
The Pantheon’s door, one of the oldest bronze doors still in existence, has remarkably survived for nearly two millennia.
The Pantheon’s door, one of the oldest bronze doors still in existence, has remarkably survived for nearly two millennia. This mᴀssive door, original to the Roman structure,…
Part of ancient Roman water system found in Stabiae, near Pompeii, Italy
Archaeologists refurbishing the Villa Adriana in the ancient Roman city of Stabiae on the Bay of Naples have uncovered an exceptionally well-preserved section of the villa’s water system….
Miniature boxwood carving, 16th century, Netherlands.
A mystery that lasted for nearly five centuries was finally solved with the ᴀssistance of modern technology. The magnificent 16th century miniature boxwood carvings that had been…
Kjeragbolten Rock: Death Defying Challenge at Norway’s Stone of Love
Kjeragbolten rock. The Stone of Love. A round block wedged solidly in the crevice of the Kjerag Mountain, almost one kilometer above sea level. The rock between two cliffs…
World’s largest intact mosaic: Discovery of 9,000 square meter mosaic dating back 1,300 years old Founded in 300BC during the ancient Roman Empire
The world’s largest intact mosaic opened to the public on 2019 in Antakya, Turkey, as part of the newly built Antakya Museum H๏τel. The 1,300-year-old, 9,000-square-foot mosaic…
The Remarkable Wooden Roman Military Comb of Vindolanda: A Glimpse into Roman Life
In the rolling countryside of northern England lies the Roman Fort of Vindolanda, a treasure trove of archaeological finds that offers a glimpse into life on the…
Ingenious Snow Goggles Crafted by Inuit Peoples
Anyone who has spent a lot of time outdoors in the snow knows how important it is to protect your eyes. The bright sun bouncing off the…
A man knocked down a wall in his basement. He found an abandoned underground city that was once home to 20,000 people.
The underground city of Derinkuyu dates back thousands of years ago, and it was called Elengubu in ancient times. While some speculate that the Cappadocian Hitтιтes dug…