Colin Stokes’ Hobbit House Castle in Chedglow
COLIN STOKES simply had a modest dream: he wanted to construct a barn for storing hay and sheltering his sheep. However, his aspirations took him on an unexpected journey, and what began as a simple project evolved into a castle straight out of The Lord of the Rings.
Circular Maya Structure Uncovered in Southern Mexico
Circular Maya Structure Uncovered in Southern Mexico Archaeologists have discovered an ancient structure in the jungles of Mexico that may have been linked to the cult of a Maya serpent deity. A team of researchers with the Mexican National Insтιтute of Anthropology and History (INAH) uncovered the circular structure at the archaeological site of El …
Skeleton with 4 prosthetic metal fingers unearthed from centuries-old grave in Germany
Skeleton with 4 prosthetic metal fingers unearthed from centuries-old grave in Germany Archaeologists in Germany have unearthed a skeleton with a metal prosthetic hand still attached to its left arm, replacing fingers that had likely been amputated. An analysis revealed the prosthetic contraption was once covered in leather and strapped to the individual’s arm with …
A skeleton of a Viking child uncovered during Dublin archaeological dig
A skeleton of a Viking child uncovered during Dublin archaeological dig A child’s skeleton dating to the Viking age has been discovered in Ireland. The unearthing of the 9th or 10th century AD skeleton of an almost complete child is a significant one, but it is also mysterious. What makes this finding interesting is that …
An incredible 1,000-year-old Viking burial site found in Norway belonged to ‘Iron Age elite’
An incredible 1,000-year-old Viking burial site found in Norway belonged to ‘Iron Age elite’ A hidden surprise was uncovered by archaeological excavation in Trondheim, Norway – the unmistakable traces of a boat submerged under Torvet, the market square of the city. In the last available moments, before archaeologists decided to finish their exploration, the discovery …
Stalker Castle | Scotland’s Precious Gem
Nestled on the picturesque shores of Loch Laich in the heart of the Scottish Highlands, Stalker Castle stands as a sentinel of history, culture, and natural beauty.
Headless Lamᴀssu Sculpture Uncovered in Iraq
Headless Lamᴀssu Sculpture Uncovered in Iraq What has a curly beard that would make Santa Claus jealous, feathered wings and a muscular physique? No, it’s not Ozzy Osbourne on tour – you are forgiven – it’s the celestial being, the Lamᴀssu. A sculpture of this mythical creature dating back to the 8th Century BC was …
Rare cross-shaped reliquary unearthed from medieval knight’s home in Poland
Rare cross-shaped reliquary unearthed from medieval knight’s home in Poland While surveying the remnants of a medieval knight’s residence in Poland, archaeologists unearthed a plethora of artifacts, including a cross-shaped reliquary. Archaeologists originally discovered the knight’s manor in June on the outskirts of Widów, a village in southern Poland. An initial survey of the site …
Unique 3,000-Year-Old Logboat Found In River Tay – On Display In Perth Again
Unique 3,000-Year-Old Logboat Found In River Tay – On Display In Perth Again The story of the unique Late Bronze Age logboat started many years ago. It has taken scientists and other experts many years to recover, restore, and put the fascinating 9m (or 30 ft) long logboat on display. The logboat was previously on …
Nail linked to Jesus’ crucifixion found in monastery’s secret chamber
Nail linked to Jesus’ crucifixion found in monastery’s secret chamber A NAIL believed to have been used in the crucifixion of Jesus Christ has been uncovered in the underground chamber of a monastery. Archaeologists working in the Czech Republic’s Milevsko monastery claim to have discovered the incredible discovery. The six-inch-long nail was found in a …