Ancient Viking ship buried an Iron Age cemetery uncovered by scientists
Ancient Viking ship buried an Iron Age cemetery uncovered by scientists A Viking ship that was laid to rest centuries ago wasn’t alone underground. A feast hall and a cult temple were also buried at the cemetery site, hinting at the elite standing of the community that conducted the burials. Archaeologists discovered the ship in 2018, after …
‘Mona Lisa of ancient age’ found in Southern Turkey
‘Mona Lisa of ancient age’ found in Southern Turkey According to a report in the Hurriyet Daily News, a floor mosaic featuring a woman’s portrait has been unearthed in the southern province of Osmaniye’s Kadirli district, turkey. By a team of researchers led by Ümit Kayişoğlu of the Osmaniye Museum Directorate. He said that the woman’s …
Oldest Viking Crucifix Uncovered In Denmark
Oldest Viking Crucifix Uncovered In Denmark The tiny gold items, created in the picture of Christ on the cross, are thought to make up Denmark’s oldest crucifix. This newly Found crucifix will show that Danes adopted the Christian faith earlier than previously thought. An uncommon Viking crucifix pendant was Found in a Danish field by an amateur metal detectorist two weeks …
The Pioneer cabin tree older than 1,000 years has fallen after a violent storm that hit California
The Pioneer cabin tree older than 1,000 years has fallen after a violent storm that hit California After getting the news, it feels like the end of an age, the iconic Sequoia ‘ Tunnel Tree ‘ has gone down in history as a violent storm that struck California brought it to the Ground. The Tunnel …
Viking temple to Thor and Odin unearthed in Norway
Viking temple to Thor and Odin unearthed in Norway Archaeologists have uncovered a Viking temple devoted to Ancient Norse gods like Thor. In Norway, the ruins of the 1,200-year-old pagan temple have been dug up and provide a rare insight into the Viking religion. Archaeologists have dated the remains of the large wooden building to …
Jerusalem’s Western Wall yields four 1,000-year-old gold coins
Jerusalem’s Western Wall yields four 1,000-year-old gold coins Four gold coins were recently found in a pottery jar uncovered during an excavation in West Wall Plaza in the Old City of Jerusalem. The valuable 1000-year-old coins show the political and historic power change between the two Muslim dynasties that controlled the city at the time. …
Archaeological Destination – Tips That Will Change Your Experience
Archaeological Destination – Tips that will change your Experience The absolutely most desired thing among people is travelling, especially when the destination you are visiting is of any archaeological value. There is something freeing when you are away from your everyday life and getting a chance to travel through time and experience something that has …
Carrier pigeon’s secret WWI message found over a century later
Carrier pigeon’s secret WWI message found over a century later More than a century after it was dispatched by a German soldier, a message sent via carrier pigeon has been found by chance. In September, a couple out for a stroll in the eastern French Alsace region came across a tiny aluminium capsule in a …
‘Very Angry Badger’ Seizes Part Of 500-Year-Old Scottish Castle
‘Very Angry Badger’ Seizes Part Of 500-Year-Old Scottish Castle A 16th-century Scottish castle noted for its impressive defences has proved to be no match for a “very angry badger“. Craignethan Castle in South Lanarkshire, south-east of Glasgow, was breached by the nocturnal mammal, forcing staff to close the stronghold’s cellar tunnel to the public. “We’re …
‘Lady Of Bietikow’ May Have Died Of A Tooth Infection 5,000 Years Ago
‘Lady Of Bietikow’ May Have Died Of A Tooth Infection 5,000 Years Ago In Germany, a middle-aged woman who died more than 5,000 years ago has been found. The Neolithic woman was found during excavations in the northeastern city of Uckermark for the construction of a new collection of wind turbines. Experts are still seeking …