Archaeological Discoveries

Göbeklitepe, the 12,000-year-old megalithic wonder often referred to as the “zero point of history,” continues to astonish archaeologists with groundbreaking discoveries. Recent excavations at this UNESCO World Heritage site and its neighboring “sister site,” Karahantepe, have unearthed a trove of remarkable artifacts, including a painted wild boar statue and a life-sized human figure – both … Read more

Imagine piecing together the lives of our distant ancestors through seemingly insignificant objects. A recent study published in Scientific Reports offers a fascinating glimpse into this process, shedding light on the woodworking practices of early humans 300,000 years ago. Researchers from the University of Tübingen and the Senckenberg Center for Human Evolution and Paleoenvironment (SHEP) … Read more

Researchers, led by Dr. Annemieke Milks of the University of Reading’s Department of Archaeology, meticulously analyzed a 300,000-year-old wooden throwing stick unearthed in Schöningen, Germany. This analysis reveals a level of woodworking sophistication previously unseen in artifacts from this period. The Schöningen throwing stick, a double-pointed implement measuring 77 centimeters long, offers a compelling glimpse … Read more

Schöningen, a region in Lower Saxony, Germany, continues to unveil its secrets from a bygone era. Renowned for its rich archaeological deposits dating back 300,000 years, Schöningen has recently yielded a remarkable discovery – an almost complete skeleton of a Eurasian straight-tusked elephant (Palaeoloxodon antiquus). This exceptional find sheds light on the lives of these … Read more

Imagine battling the harsh European winter 300,000 years ago. Our ancestors, far removed from the comforts of modern life, faced a constant struggle against the elements. A recent study published in the Journal of Human Evolution sheds light on a potential solution they employed: bear skins. Researchers from the University of Tübingen, the Senckenberg Centre … Read more

Cyprus, the island nation bathed in the turquoise waters of the Eastern Mediterranean, has a rich and complex history. Layers of civilizations, from the Bronze Age to the Byzantine era, have left their mark on the land. Recently, a team of archaeologists made a thrilling discovery – the rediscovery of lost tombs hidden within a … Read more

Archaeologists, working in the shadow of the imposing Chepstow Castle, stumbled upon evidence not only of Roman and Anglo-Saxon fortifications, but also of an ancient wooden bridge – a vital artery connecting the two regions long before the formation of modern nations. This bridge, believed to be Roman-built and dating back an estimated 2,000 years, … Read more

Archaeologists from the Canterbury Archaeological Trust (CAT) unearthed a trove of Roman artifacts, including a unique statue of the sea god Triton and a well-preserved mausoleum. The dig, located near London Road in Teynham, was initially expected to yield interesting Roman archaeological finds, possibly a cemetery. However, the scale and significance of the discoveries far … Read more

A remarkable discovery has come to light during an excavation in Maebashi City, Japan. Archaeologists at the Sosha Village East 03 archaeological site, prompted by the construction of a new factory, stumbled upon a hidden treasure trove – a cache of over 100,000 ancient coins. This unearthed collection transcends mere quantity. Among the coins are … Read more

Archaeologists in South Khorasan, Iran, have unearthed a remarkable structure unlike anything previously encountered in the region. The site, named Tappe Takhchar-Abad, dates back to the 6th century BC and boasts a unique, almost circular adobe building with six solid towers. Excavations in Khorasan, a largely unexplored region in eastern Iran, began in 2009 and … Read more