New 3-D Facial Reconstruction of Tutankhamun Released
New 3-D Facial Reconstruction of Tutankhamun Released The pharaoh Tutankhamun, also known as King Tut, is arguably the best-known ruler in ancient Egyptian history. And while much has been written about the royal youth, who held the throne from about the age of 9 until his death a decade later around 1323 B.C., his actual …
Indigenous artifacts found near Ottawa give clues to a settlement dating back 10,000 years
Indigenous artifacts found near Ottawa give clues to a settlement dating back 10,000 years Archeologists have uncovered a cache of artifacts near Ottawa that could shed new light on trade and communication networks between Indigenous communities thousands of years ago. The discovery last month in Lac Philippe, Que., included about 50 pieces of rare quartz …
Retiree Uncovers Wooden Artifact 2,000 Years Older than Stonehenge
Retiree Uncovers Wooden Artifact 2,000 Years Older than Stonehenge A piece of decoratively carved wood found during a construction project has been declared the oldest in Britain. The 6,000-year-old piece of oak, found in Boxford, Berkshire, is only the second wood carving to be found from the Mesolithic period. It was discovered preserved in peat …
Archaeologists say 12,000-year-old flutes discovered in northern Israel may have been used to lure falcons
Archaeologists say 12,000-year-old flutes discovered in northern Israel may have been used to lure falcons New research reveals that about 12,000 years ago, in northern Israel, humans turned the bones of small birds into instruments that imitated the songs of certain birds. The small flutes could have been used to make music, call birds or even communicate …
Explore 1,400-year-old ruins, submerged in Eastern China – Atlantis of China
Explore 1,400-year-old ruins, submerged in Eastern China – Atlantis of China Deep in Qiandao Lake, between China’s Five Lion Mountains, lie the mysterious ruins of two ancient cities, dating back to the Han and Tang dynasties. Known as the ‘Atlantis of China,’ the place is largely preserved intact even after centuries. Qiandao Lake, also known …
Stone Penis Found in Medieval Spanish Ruins Had Violent Purpose
Stone Penis Found in Medieval Spanish Ruins Had Violent Purpose Archaeologists found a six-inch stone penis while excavating the Tower of Meira (Torre de Meira) in the city of Ría de Vigo in the northwest region of Spain. Phallic symbolism is commonly found in prehistoric artifacts, but it is less common in finds from the …
Boldt Castle | Reviving a Gilded Age Masterpiece
Boldt Castle, also known as Boldt Castle and Heart Island, is a magnificent mansion located on Heart Island in the Thousand Islands region of the St. Lawrence River, near Alexandria Bay, New York. It is a popular tourist attraction and a testament to the grandeur of the Gilded Age.
Vettuvan Koil | Preserving Ancient Marvels in India
India is a land of diverse cultures, traditions, and architectural wonders. Nestled among its rich heritage is the Vettuvan Koil, a remarkable ancient temple that stands as a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the artisans of yore.
Freshwater and marine shells used as ornaments 30,000 years ago were discovered in Spain
Freshwater and marine shells used as ornaments 30,000 years ago were discovered in Spain In Malaga’s Cueva de Ardales, up to 13 freshwater and marine shells that were carefully transformed by humans between 25,000 and 30,000 years ago have been discovered. According to a study published in the environmental scientific journal Environmental Archaeology, the first …