High atop Mount Nemrut in southeastern Turkey, colossal stone statues depicting gods and mythical creatures have stood guard for over 2,000 years. However, time and weather have taken their toll, leaving cracks and wear on these remarkable sculptures. Thankfully, a recent application of innovative nanotechnology offers a glimmer of hope for their preservation. Last year, … Read more
Unearthed in Leicester, England, an ornately carved Roman key handle has emerged as a chilling testament to the barbaric practices of the Roman Empire. This unique artifact, meticulously examined by archaeologists and researchers, offers a glimpse into the gruesome world of public executions involving wild animals. The key handle, crafted from bronze, depicts a scene … Read more
Archaeologists in Istanbul have stumbled upon a remarkable discovery – a previously unknown underground passage dating back 1,500 years. Unearthed during ongoing excavations at the ruins of Saint Polyeuktos Church in the Saraçhane neighborhood, this passage offers a glimpse into the city’s rich history and remarkable engineering prowess. The passage, located about 20 meters from … Read more
In a story highlighting the importance of cultural heritage preservation, a rare Hittite inscription dating back 3,300 years was discovered being used as a door jamb in a village house in central Turkey. This remarkable find underscores the ongoing threats cultural artifacts face due to lack of awareness. The discovery unfolded in Konya province, where … Read more
A significant archaeological discovery has shed new light on the tumultuous history of Agrigento, an ancient city on the southwest coast of Sicily. Excavations in the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, unearthed a rich votive deposit containing at least sixty terracotta figurines, female protomes, and busts, along with oil lamps, small … Read more
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) announced a stunning seizure on Monday, uncovering a hidden trove of ancient artifacts within a Jerusalem resident’s home. The individual is suspected of involvement in the illicit antiquities trade. The most captivating finds were 1,500-year-old “incantation bowls” – Mesopotamian pottery inscribed with spells and curses dating back to the 4th-8th … Read more
Italian-French mission has unearthed a remarkable underwater treasure trove – a Roman shipwreck laden with glassware and raw glass blocks. This unique find, resting at a depth of 350 meters (1150 feet) between Capo Corso, Corsica, and Capraia Island, Italy, sheds light on ancient maritime trade routes and glassmaking techniques. The shipwreck is only the … Read more
New research from the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) sheds light on the ingenuity of our ancestors. The study, published in Science Advances, reveals that early Native Americans living in present-day central Alaska may have begun fishing freshwater fish as early as 13,000 years ago, during the tail-end of the last ice age. This discovery … Read more
For centuries, the role of the Milky Way in ancient Egyptian religion has remained shrouded in mystery. While the Egyptians were known for their intricate understanding of the cosmos, their relationship with this celestial band of stars remained unclear. However, a groundbreaking study by Dr. Or Graur, an astrophysicist from the University of Portsmouth, sheds … Read more
During an excavation at the Church of St. Francis of Assisi in Krakow, Poland, archaeologists stumbled upon a remarkable discovery – a nearly 300-year-old medical prosthesis. This unique find, believed to be the first of its kind in the nation, offers a glimpse into the history of treating cleft palate, a birth defect affecting the … Read more