Egypt dig unearths 41 mln-year-old Whale in desert -Tutcetus rayanensis-
Egypt dig unearths 41 mln-year-old Whale in desert -Tutcetus rayanensis- Paleontologists in Egypt announced the discovery of a new species of extinct whale that inhabited the sea covering present-day Egypt around 41 million years ago. With an estimated length of 2.5 meters and a body mᴀss of approximately 187 kilograms, the new species, named Tutcetus …
The Oldest Known Neanderthal Engravings were Discovered in a French Cave
The Oldest Known Neanderthal Engravings were Discovered in a French Cave According to a recently published study, the oldest engravings made by Neanderthals have been discovered on a cave wall in France. Hundreds of faint stripes, dots, and wavy lines at the Loire Valley site were created more than 57,000 years ago, say researchers. Hundreds …
Neuschwanstein Castle: A Fairytale Journey into Bavaria’s Enchanting Past
Nestled majestically amidst the picturesque landscapes of Bavaria, Germany, Neuschwanstein Castle stands as a testament to the romanticism of a bygone era. Conceived by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in the 19th century, this iconic castle was born out of a desire to create a fairytale retreat that blended harmoniously with the surrounding natural beauty.
Gladiators were mostly Vegetarians and they were fatter than you may think
Gladiators were mostly Vegetarians and they were fatter than you may think What better epitomizes the ideal male physique than the Roman gladiator? Gladiators were the movie stars of the first century, so famous that free men lined up to try their luck in the arena. In reality, what we know about gladiators’ diets and …
High school student discovered a 1500-year-old ancient Magical Mirror
High school student discovered a 1500-year-old ancient Magical Mirror A High school student discovered an ancient “magical mirror” meant to ward off the evil eye in an archaeological excavation in northern Israel. A few days ago, seventeen-year-old Aviv Weizman from Kiryat Motskin, near Haifa, took part in an Israel Antiquities Authority archaeological excavation at the …
3800-years-old Akkadian Cuneiform Tablet found in Turkey’s Hatay
3800-years-old Akkadian Cuneiform Tablet found in Turkey’s Hatay A 3,800-year-old Akkadian cuneiform tablet was found during the archaeological excavations carried out in the Aççana Mound, the old city of Alalakh, in the Reyhanlı district of Hatay city in southern Turkey. Tell Atchana, Alalakh is the capital of the kingdom of Mukish in the second millennium …
‘Lost’ 1,500-year-old Teotihuacan village discovered in the heart of Mexico City
‘Lost’ 1,500-year-old Teotihuacan village discovered in the heart of Mexico City Archeologists have unearthed the lost remains of a Teotihuacan village, including human burials, in the heart of Mexico City. Ceramics found scattered around the site, which is located 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) northwest of the city’s historical center, indicate the village dates from around …
A 30-Foot-Long Hidden Corridor was discovered in the 4,500-year-old Great Pyramid of Giza!
A 30-Foot-Long Hidden Corridor was discovered in the 4,500-year-old Great Pyramid of Giza! A 30-foot-long hidden corridor was discovered on March 2, 2023, in the Great Pyramid of Giza. This monument is the last standing Ancient Wonder of the World. This North Facing Corridor (NFC) is the first discovery uncovered on the monument’s north side. The …
A Library Discovered Behind a Wall in the Sakya Monastery Has 84,000 Unread Manuscripts!
A Library Discovered Behind a Wall in the Sakya Monastery Has 84,000 Unread Manuscripts! In 2003, an ancient library was discovered, hidden behind a wall inside the Buddhist Sakya Monastery. The Sakya Monastery stands in the Tibet Autonomous Region, in the Southwestern part of the People’s Republic of China. Located around 300 miles west of …
Who Craved the Giant Handprints in the White Mountain Petroglyphs, Wyoming?
Who Craved the Giant Handprints in the White Mountain Petroglyphs, Wyoming? We are not in total darkness about how our ancient ancestors lived their lives thousands of years ago. One reason for this is that they etched their daily lives, including struggles, celebrations, fears, or rituals, on rocks, stones, and caves that we can see even today. …