Archaeologists from the French National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (INRAP) have uncovered a necropolis, or “city of the dead,” near the town of Île-Rousse. This discovery, containing around 40 ancient graves, rewrites our understanding of the island’s population density and burial practices during the first millennium AD. Île-Rousse, a charming fishing village today, holds … Read more
Southern India’s Adichanallur archaeological site has yielded another spectacular discovery, reigniting interest in the region’s rich history. Led by archaeologist VP Yathees Kumar of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), a team unearthed a gold diadem, bronze objects, iron implements, and pottery from a massive burial urn. This discovery holds immense significance, coming 120 years … Read more
A chance discovery during a geothermal installation project in Sweden has unearthed a treasure trove of silver coins and rewritten history. Archaeologists in Brahekyrkan, located on the island of Visingsö, stumbled upon a remarkable find – 170 silver coins dating back to the mid-12th century. This unexpected windfall not only sheds light on the medieval … Read more
The Miraflores neighborhood of Lima, Peru, has become a hotspot for archaeological discoveries. This week, researchers unearthed two pre-Columbian mummies, estimated to be over a thousand years old, in a pre-Incan cemetery. “This is one of the most significant finds in more than three decades of excavation,” declared Gladys Paz, an archaeologist working at the … Read more
A unique archaeological discovery in Egypt has captured the imagination of researchers and the public alike. Near the famed Hathor Temple, a team unearthed a sphinx statue unlike any other – one adorned with a “smiley face and two dimples.” Announced by the country’s tourism and antiquities ministry, this find adds to a string of … Read more
Egyptian archaeologists have unearthed a significant artifact – the head of a wooden statue – believed to depict Ankhesenpepi II, a powerful female regent who ruled Egypt over 4,000 years ago. The discovery, announced by the Antiquities Ministry on Wednesday, sheds light on a pivotal period in Egyptian history. The artifact was found in Saqqara, … Read more
Archaeologists uncovering parts of a statue depicting the legendary Pharaoh Ramses II. The discovery, announced by the Antiquities Ministry on Tuesday, took place in the southern city of Aswan, at the Temple of Kom Ombo. The unearthed fragments comprise the head and chest of the revered pharaoh, a figure central to Egyptian history. Ramses II, … Read more
A remarkable archaeological find has recently been uncovered on the Pilgrimage Road in the City of David, shedding light on the commercial activities and daily life of Jerusalem’s inhabitants during the Second Temple period, dating back 2,000 years. The Israel Antiquities Authority revealed this significant discovery on Wednesday, describing it as a rare glimpse into … Read more
Researchers in Bad Ems, western Germany, have made a groundbreaking archaeological revelation. They stumbled upon a remarkable find—the remnants of wooden defenses encircling an ancient Roman military base. This discovery marks the first instance of such wooden fortifications being unearthed, shedding new light on Roman military strategies and defensive architecture. The fortified structure, equipped with … Read more
In a surprising turn of events during the excavation for an Egyptian-funded housing project in the Gaza Strip, bulldozers unearthed the ruins of a tomb dating back to the Roman era, shedding light on the region’s rich historical tapestry. The discovery, announced by Hamas authorities, has sparked both excitement and concerns regarding the preservation of … Read more