Construction Worker Unearths 700-Year-Old Treasure Trove of Medieval Coins
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In a remarkable discovery this past May, construction worker Claus Völker stumbled upon a hidden stash of medieval coins while…
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Ancient town discovered beneath London
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Beneath the bustling streets of central London, nestled under the iconic National Gallery, lies a secret that’s been waiting for…
Pompeii’s Silent Bodies: The Timeless Whisper of Plaster Casts
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Uncovering the layers of history often brings us face to face with the fragility and resilience of human existence. Among…
Decoding Namibia’s Ancient Rock Art
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In the expansive landscapes of modern-day Namibia, remnants of the Later Stone Age come alive through meticulously detailed rock engravings…
The Sibiu Manuscript: a 500-Year-Old Document That Mentions Multi-Stage Rockets
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Picture this: It’s the 16th century in Transylvania, and while most were busy with mundane medieval matters, one Conrad Haas…
Little-known Curiosities About Sacsayhuaman: More Than Just a Challenge to Pronounce
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Sacsayhuaman (pronounced like “sexy woman” if you’re feeling playful, or the more traditional “sak-say-wah-man”) is an enigmatic fortress located near…
Little-Known Curiosities About the Cave Paintings of Tassili n’Ajjer
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Tucked away in the sprawling landscapes of the Sahara, the Tassili n’Ajjer plateau in southeastern Algeria is home to one…
Little-Known Curiosities about the Turin King List
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The Turin King List is like the guest list of an exclusive ancient Egyptian party. Dating back to the reign…
Legendary creatures of Hindu mythology
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Hindu mythology is known for its vibrant and diverse array of legendary creatures. Each creature holds symbolic meaning and serves…
Strange Beings of Greek Mythology: From Centaurs to Harpies
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Greek mythology is filled with an array of strange and mysterious beings, from Centaurs to Harpies and beyond. These enigmatic…
Who was Quetzalcoatl?
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One of my favorite Mesoamerica deities is, without a doubt, Quetzalcoatl. But who is Quetzalcoatl? His name means “Feathered Serpent”…
Exploring the Mythical Underworld: Hades, Hel, and Xibalba
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The underworld, a complex realm of the afterlife, has been a recurring theme in various cultures throughout history. With unique…
Little-known curiosities about the ancient Olmecs
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Recognized as the “Mother Culture” of Mesoamerica, the ancient Olmec civilization flourished in the timeline between approximately 1200 to 400…
Researchers have found a 2,000-year-old curry recipe
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In what is perhaps a rather strange discovery, a group of researchers has found a 2,000-year-old curry recipe. The diverse,…
This is what the oldest musical instrument in the world sounds like
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Have you ever wondered what the oldest musical instrument in the world sounds like? Well, here is your chance. Unlocking…
Little-Known Curiosities About the Ancient Maya
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While many of you are familiar with the ancient Maya, there are still many little-known curiosities about them that many…
Did Napoleon really shoot at the pyramids at Giza?
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I am a true history lover, and I am very, very excited about the movie about Napoleon Bonaparte. Not only…
A human ancestor walked with the dinosaurs, reveals new study
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Placental mammals, an evolutionary group including human ancestors, dogs, and bats, are now confirmed to have walked the Earth alongside…
The Gigantic Monoliths Worked by Ancient Civilizations
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There is something very interesting about gigantic stones (monoliths) and ancient civilizations. Scattered across the globe, colossal monoliths hewn by…
Armenia’s “Stonehenge”: Predating Egypt’s Pyramids by Three Millennia
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Hidden in modern-day Armenia, an ancient enigma stands – Karahunj, also known as Armenia’s Stonehenge. With some rocks portraying odd…
The Great Flood According to Ancient Aztec Myth
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Ancient Aztec mythology recounts a great flood that transpired 4,800 years post-creation. The land of Anahuac was filled with giants,…
Oldest human footprint in the world
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Over two decades ago, the dawn of the millennium saw ancient human footprints more than 50,000 years old as highly…