Archaeologists working in southern Turkey have unearthed a remarkable treasure – a 2,300-year-old statue depicting the three-headed goddess Hecate. This exciting discovery was made at the ancient city of Kelenderis, located on the Mediterranean coast in Mersin province. The ongoing excavations and restoration efforts at Kelenderis, coordinated by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism and … Read more
Researchers investigating the rich historical tapestry of Hala Sultan Tekke, an ancient city nestled along the southeast coast of Cyprus, have stumbled upon a remarkable artifact that unveils intriguing connections between Cypriot elites and the vibrant cultures of the Aegean. This discovery centers around a Minoan bronze mirror unearthed from an intact Late Bronze Age … Read more
Researchers from the University of Tokyo have unveiled a remarkable discovery at a site nestled within ancient Roman ruins buried beneath layers of volcanic ash in southern Italy. This archaeological revelation, spearheaded by Mariko Muramatsu, a distinguished professor of Italian studies, sheds new light on a nearly 2,000-year-old building that could potentially be linked to … Read more
Archaeological excavations near the iconic Hıdırlık Tower in Antalya, Turkey, have unveiled a remarkable discovery—a sprawling 800-meter-long colonnaded street from the Roman period, adding a new chapter to the city’s rich historical tapestry. Hıdırlık Tower stands as a testament to Antalya’s ancient past, with its origins dating back to the 2nd century AD. Initially part … Read more
Tracy and Rory Vorster, residents of Lincoln, England, recently stumbled upon a fascinating piece of local history right in their own home—a trapdoor in their bathroom revealing a stone carving bearing a striking resemblance to the iconic Lincoln Imp. The Lincoln Imp, a legendary figure from European mythology, is a mischievous creature often associated with … Read more
Archaeologists in Faro, southern Portugal, have unearthed a captivating glimpse into the past with the discovery of three ancient burials dating back to the 5th or 6th century AD in the historic Roman city of Ossónoba. Ossónoba, with its roots tracing back to the 4th century B.C. when Phoenician settlers first arrived in the Western … Read more
Archaeologists in the Gomila area of Croatia’s Pelješac peninsula have made a remarkable discovery—a 2500-year-old Greek-Illyrian helmet. This find comes on the heels of a previous discovery by the same team in 2020, adding another layer of intrigue to the archaeological landscape of the region. The significance of this new discovery lies not only in … Read more
Archaeologists in Taiwan have unearthed a remarkable artifact that sheds light on the beliefs and practices of the island’s inhabitants 4,000 years ago. National Tsing Hua University researchers discovered a well-preserved pottery handle shaped like a cobra, with its head raised and hood flared in a striking pose. Unearthed at a sand dune site on … Read more
Spanish archaeologists, led by Dr. Mayte Mascorro and Dr. Esther Pons Melado from the University of Barcelona and the Ancient Near East Institute, unearthed a treasure trove of artifacts at the historic city of Al Bahnasa in Minya governorate. The excavations revealed a series of rock-cut tombs dating back to both the Ptolemaic period (305-30 … Read more
Sharjah’s archaeological landscape continues to unveil its secrets, with the recent discovery of a remarkable collection of silver coins in the Mleiha area. The Sharjah Archaeology Authority announced the find, dating back to the 3rd century BCE (Before Common Era), highlighting the region’s significant role in trade and cultural exchange during the pre-Islamic period. The … Read more