The Mystery of Shipwrecks: How Many Are There in the World?
Do you know how many shipwrecks exist in the world’s oceans, lakes, and rivers? The answer is not clear, as many have yet to be discovered and documented. However, it’s…
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Discover the world’s most mysterious ancient civilizations, from lost cities and megalithic structures to forgotten knowledge and unsolved archaeological puzzles.
Why the Vasa Sank on Its Maiden Voyage—and How the Warship Was Recovered
On 10 August 1628, the warship Vasa left Stockholm harbour to join Sweden’s growing navy. She had barely cleared the quayside when a gust of wind pushed the hull over.…
Göbekli Tepe: Uncovering the Mysteries of the World’s Oldest Megalithic Site
Göbekli Tepe is a remarkable archaeological site located in southeastern Turkey, near the city of Sanliurfa. This megalithic complex dates back to the Neolithic period, about 11,500 years ago, and…
This Was the Ancient Sumerian Civilization, One of the Oldest in History
The Sumerian civilization is widely considered to be one of the oldest and most advanced civilizations in human history. Located in Mesopotamia, in what is now modern-day Iraq, the Sumerians…
Wadi Faynan 16 — A 12,000-Year-Old Ancient Site You Probably Never Heard Of
Of all the truly ancient sites on Earth, most of us who follow archaeology and history are familiar with Göbekli Tepe, an ancient site believed to date back some 12,000…
4,000-Year-Old Clay Tablets Feature Traces of Lost Language
Archaeologists have deciphered two ancient clay tablets believed to date back around 4,000 years in Iraq. The clay tablets are carved with cuneiform script, which scientists say bears traces of…
The White Stone of the Egyptian Pyramids: Tura Limestone and Lost Casing
What was the white stone on the Egyptian pyramids? Many of the Old Kingdom pyramids were designed with a smooth outer casing, and the Great Pyramid of Giza was originally…
What Are the Abrahamic Religions? Judaism, Christianity and Islam
What are the Abrahamic religions? The term usually refers to Judaism, Christianity and Islam, traditions that connect themselves in different ways to Abraham and the stories associated with him. It…
What Are Ancient Egypt’s Pyramid Texts?
Have you ever wondered about what ancient Egypt pyramid texts are? Although many people believe these ancient texts mention when, how, and why the ancient Egyptians built the pyramids, this…
A 3,500-Year-Old Sacred Well That Defies Explanation
One of the most incredible ancient sites in Europe that most people do not even know exists is located in Sardinia, Italy. The ancient monument is part of a Nuragic…
The Way to Eternity in Ancient Egypt
In ancient Egypt, Earthly life was nothing other than an episode of the final and ultimate way to eternity. The gods of Egypt created humankind, giving life. Depending on the…
The Birth of Ancient Egypt and the Zero Dynasty
The land of the golden sands and countless wonders. Ancient Egypt is a true historical goldmine. Tracing back its history to when it all began is difficult. But this is…
Are There Pyramids in America? 7 Ancient Sites From Cahokia to Caral
Are there pyramids in America? Yes—but U.S. Indigenous platform mounds differ from stepped temple pyramids in Mexico, Guatemala and Peru. Explore the sites and their distinct building traditions.
The Cyclopean Sarcophagi at the Serapeum of Saqqara
Egypt is a land of wonders, secrets, and cyclopean monuments such as the Serapeum of Saqqara. Although most famous for its Pyramids at the Giza Plateau, Egypt has much more…
Sacsayhuaman and the Stones That Still Defy Scale
Perched above Cusco, Sacsayhuaman remains one of the clearest displays of what Inca builders could do with raw stone, steep terrain, and immense human labor. Its giant zigzag walls are…
3 Reasons Why Ancient Civilizations Probably Built Pyramids
None of the pyramids worldwide are as famous as the majestic ancient Egyptian pyramids. There are around 120 pyramids in Egypt, depending on what sources are consulted. Although many pyramids…
What is Karahan Tepe and Why it Could Change History?
Located roughly some 50 kilometers from the world-famous site of Göbekli Tepe, in the Şanlıurfa Province in Turkey, lie the remnants of a site called Karhan Tepe. And it has…
Ancient Inventions: The Origin of The Ancient Roman Dodecahedron
After discussing the enigmatic Roman Flexible Glass, we continue our exploration of the ancient world with an object that, at least, exists physically – the Roman dodecahedron. Dating back to…
Here Are 10 Extremely Old Images of the Sphinx You’ve Probably Never Seen
The Great Sphinx has watched over the Giza Plateau for millennia, but the old photographs in this gallery show a monument still partly buried and surrounded by a very different…
Itá Letra, the Mysterious 7,000-Year-Old South American Petroglyphs
South America is known for its many incredible ancient civilizations. The oldest pyramids on Earth are believed to have been built on the edge of the Amazon river by a…
Here Are 5 Things You Should Know About The World’s Oldest Sword
A 5,000-year-old sword discovered in a monastery in Venice turned out to be the world’s oldest sword. People have crafted weapons since time immemorial. Throughout history, we’ve seen how people…
Here’s Da Vinci’s Drawing of the “Machines” Mentioned in 440 BC Used to Build Egypt’s Pyramids
How the ancients constructed the pyramids of Egypt remains one of the greatest archaeological enigmas in history. In fact, everything we think we know about the construction of the Egyptian…
Filmed in 1897: This is the Oldest Video Footage of the Ancient Sphinx
The Great Sphinx at Giza is the largest single-stone monolith statue on the planet’s surface. Shrouded in mystery, despite having studied it for centuries, we’ve still not managed to solve…
Here Are 10 Secrets and Curiosities About the Great Sphinx of Egypt
Located on the Giza plateau, on the western bank of Egypt’s Nile River, the Great Sphinx stands guard. Carved out of a large block of limestone, the impressive monumental sculpture…