For centuries, the question of which came first – the chicken or the egg – has been a source of amusement and philosophical debate. However, a recent study published in Nature Communications sheds new light on the origins of chickens and pinpoints a crucial factor in their global success: their ability to lay eggs year-round. … 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
Archaeologists from Cotswold Archaeology stumbled upon a rare medieval bone flute, a testament to the musicality of past residents. The instrument, known as a fipple flute, was found within a rectangular enclosure surrounded by a ditch. Dating of pottery fragments in the layer where it resided suggests the flute originated sometime between the 12th and … Read more
Archaeologists working in sacrificial pit number 8 have unearthed a colossal bronze beast, dwarfing all previously found animal statues at the site. Standing tall at roughly one meter (3.3 feet) and weighing a hefty 150 kilograms (330 lbs), this awe-inspiring creature stands in stark contrast to the smaller bronze animals, typically ranging from 20 to … Read more
An archaeological mystery has unfolded in Karnataka, India, with the discovery of a desecrated temple and a priceless statue of the Hindu god Vishnumurthy (also known as Lord Vishnu and Janardhana) discarded in a well. Vishnumurthy, a revered deity in Hinduism, represents the supreme guardian of the universe, the master of reality, and the protector … Read more
Ongoing excavations in the village of Kayalıpınar, located in Turkey’s Sivas province, have unearthed a treasure trove of artifacts, including a discovery that could significantly alter our understanding of the Hittite world. The Hittites, renowned for their military prowess and diplomatic skill, dominated Anatolia from roughly 1600 to 1180 BC. One of their most prominent … Read more