Beneath the contemporary streets of Italy, concealed beneath a parking lot, lies an archaeological revelation challenging our comprehension of a pivotal historical transition: the shift from paganism to Christianity within the Roman Empire. Recently unveiled by American researchers, this discovery exposes an ancient temple dating back to the era of Constantine the Great, Rome’s inaugural Christian emperor. The revelations present a profound insight into an … Continue reading Ancient Roman Temple Unearthed, New Chapter In Story Of Christianity

After a 16-year, 20 million euro restoration endeavor to revive its historical splendor, an ancient palace where Alexander The Great was crowned King of Macedonia is set to reopen to the public on Sunday. During a ceremony on Friday, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis hailed the Palace of Aigai as a “monument of global importance.” Dating back to the 4th century BC, the 15,000 square … Continue reading Greece revives 2,300 year-old palace where Alexander The Great was crowned

In Kazakhstan, archaeologists have unearthed two gold ornaments in a 1,500-year-old tomb, showcasing the earliest known representations of the great khan, or “khagan,” of the Göktürks. This nomadic confederation of Turkic-speaking peoples held sway over the region for approximately three centuries, as per the excavating archaeologist. The opulent gold plaques depict “the crowned sovereign, majestically sitting on a throne in a saintly pose and surrounded … Continue reading 1,500-year-old gold buckles depicting ruler ‘majestically sitting on a throne’ discovered in Kazakhstan

In the heart of an ancient walled city, archaeologists have revealed the remnants of a 4,000-year-old palace, shedding light on China’s rich history. Located at the significant archaeological site of Xinmi in Henan Province, central China, the discovery was reported by the state-run news agency Xinhua. Believed to have been constructed during the Xia dynasty (approximately 2070-1600 B.C.), an early Chinese dynasty steeped in legend, … Continue reading Archaeologists Unearth 4,000-Year-Old Palace in Ancient Chinese Walled City

A recent study has uncovered that clay bricks utilized in construction projects by ancient kings have preserved a historical “map” documenting fluctuations in the Earth’s magnetic field. Approximately 3,000 years ago, for reasons not fully comprehended, there was a sudden and significant increase in the Earth’s magnetic field strength in what is now modern Iraq. This magnetic shift was effectively recorded in the bricks of … Continue reading Babylonian bricks provide clues to ancient Earth’s magnetic field

In North Dakota, a team made a significant discovery of more than 20 bones from a mammoth skeleton following the unearthing of a remarkably well-preserved, 7-foot-long tusk by coal miners, as reported by the North Dakota Geological Survey on Monday. The initial find occurred when miners at the Freedom Mine stumbled upon the tusk during the Memorial Day weekend. To safeguard the site, they secured … Continue reading Coal miners lead paleontologists to partial mammoth fossil in North Dakota

A colossal skull of a predatory sea monster, which roamed the ancient oceans millions of years ago, has been unearthed from a cliff in the United Kingdom, representing one of the most comprehensive specimens of its kind ever found, according to scientists. Measuring an impressive six feet and five inches in length, the skull belongs to a pliosaur, the largest carnivorous reptile known to have … Continue reading Massive sea monster skull excavated from UK’s ‘Jurassic Coast’

In China, a remarkably well-preserved tomb dating back over 2,000 years has recently been uncovered. The Chinese Academy of Social Sciences announced on Wednesday that more than 600 relics were excavated in this discovery. Located in Wulong District, Chongqing, the tomb has been definitively dated to the early Western Han Dynasty, representing a significant find as it is the first instance of unearthing such ancient … Continue reading Ancient tomb holding hundreds of relics unearthed in China

Researchers have explored a perplexing prehistoric site in the far north of Europe, shedding new light on what they believe could be a sizable Stone Age cemetery. Located in the Finnish region of Lapland, approximately 50 miles south of the Arctic Circle, the site known as Tainiaro presents an “improbable” setting for a large hunter-gatherer cemetery from this era, as per a study published in … Continue reading Archaeologists ‘Surprised’ by 6,500-Year-Old Stone Age Site Near Arctic

Norwegian archaeologists have uncovered the remains of a centuries-old pre-Viking-era ship burial, suggesting that maritime exploration in Scandinavia may have commenced earlier than previously believed. Trøndelag County revealed the discovery of the ship’s remnants in a recent Facebook post. Archaeologists from the county, in collaboration with Norway’s NTNU Science Museum, conducted a survey at the Herlaugshaugen burial mound in Leka, a site that has yielded … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth remains of 1,300-year-old ship at Norwegian burial mound

Radiocarbon dating has been employed by archaeologists to unveil the historical accuracy of events mentioned in Biblical texts, shedding light on the ancient Levantine city of Gezer. A study published in the PLOS ONE scientific journal on Wednesday details the latest archaeological findings. Using radiocarbon dates on organic materials spanning the 13th to 9th centuries, researchers explored transformative events in Gezer, a city frequently referenced … Continue reading Archaeologists Uncover Biblical Truth in Town Captured by Pharoah

Archaeologists have uncovered additional ancient ruins believed to be remnants of a thriving port city near the present-day capital of Morocco. The discoveries include thermal baths and working-class neighborhoods at Chellah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site covering 1.2 square miles (3.15 square kilometers) — almost five times the size of Pompeii. Researchers from Morocco’s National Institute of Archaeological Sciences and Heritage presented the new findings, … Continue reading Moroccan archaeologists unearth new ruins at Chellah

Archaeologists have unearthed an unusual statue depicting a Maya warrior wearing a serpent-shaped helmet in the basement of a pre-Columbian temple in Mexico. Discovered at Chichén Itzá in the Yucatán Peninsula, the 33cm (13in) tall and 28cm (11in) wide statue is believed to be around 1,000 years old, according to Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH). The statue portrays a warrior adorned in … Continue reading Archaeologists find strange Maya warrior statue with helmet shaped like snake

Archaeologists in the Mexican jungles have made a significant discovery—an ancient structure that could be associated with the veneration of a Maya serpent deity. A team of researchers from the Mexican National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) unearthed this circular structure at the archaeological site of El Tigre, located in Campeche state within the Yucatán Peninsula. El Tigre is believed to correspond to the … Continue reading Archaeologists Discover Ancient ‘Cult’ Circular Structure in Jungle

Central Italy witnessed a noteworthy event as community leaders and archaeologists congregated in the town of Montalto di Castro. Their purpose was the unveiling of a tomb that harkens back over 2,500 years, as reported by the municipality in a social media announcement last week. “Today … we witnessed the opening of an ancient Etruscan tomb buried at the Osteria Necropolis in Vulci,” the municipality … Continue reading Italian archaeologists open 2,600-year-old tomb for first time, find wealthy family’s treasures

In Turkey, archaeologists have unveiled a remarkable discovery that suggests the presence of a vessel resembling the legendary Noah’s Ark. This momentous find resulted from an extensive excavation effort carried out by the collaborative Mount Ararat and Noah’s Ark Research Team, which brings together researchers from three Turkish and American universities. Their ambitious project, initiated in 2021, was dedicated to investigating the geological formations in … Continue reading Archaeologists find 5,000-year-old boat-shaped mound in Turkey

A previously overlooked stone bearing enigmatic inscriptions, which remained relatively unexamined for over 4,000 years, has now emerged as a valuable “treasure map” for archaeologists. These experts are utilizing it to uncover ancient sites scattered throughout northwestern France. This stone, known as the Saint-Belec slab, was unearthed at a burial site and, in 2021, acclaimed as Europe’s most ancient known map by researchers. Since then, … Continue reading 4,000-year-old rock becomes a “treasure map” for archaeologists

On October 23, the Spanish Interior Ministry announced that the police in Madrid had successfully confiscated ancient gold artifacts with an estimated value of 60 million euros ($63.7 million) that had been stolen from Ukraine. In a coordinated effort with the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), Spanish law enforcement seized 11 pieces of Scythian gold that had been taken from Ukraine in the early months … Continue reading Spanish police find archaeological treasures worth over $60 million stolen from Ukraine

Ancient carvings, depicting human faces and various figures, intricately etched into stone surfaces up to two millennia ago, have resurfaced along the Amazon riverbanks. This remarkable discovery comes as a result of an extraordinary drought affecting the Brazilian region, causing water levels in the area to reach unprecedented lows. These petroglyphs, which encompass depictions of animals and various natural forms, have been unveiled along the … Continue reading Ancient rock carvings revealed by receding Amazon waters amid drought

In a recent discovery, archaeologists have uncovered an “exceptional” prehistoric monument within an ancient funerary complex dating back nearly 3,000 years. This remarkable find is an intricately adorned stone monument, referred to as a stela, which was found at the Las Capellanías necropolis situated in the town of Cañaveral de León in southwestern Spain. Described as “very rare,” this discovery challenges established notions regarding the … Continue reading Mysterious Prehistoric Monument Discovered by Archaeologists

The City of Tempe is preparing to resume its redevelopment efforts on a segment of Eighth Street that had been halted a few years ago due to a significant archaeological find. Over the past few years, the city had been engaged in enhancing the section of Eighth Street stretching between Rural Road and McClintock Drive. However, the project was temporarily suspended after archaeological excavations conducted … Continue reading Remnants of Native American community dating back 1,000 years uncovered near downtown Tempe

In Egypt, archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery involving hundreds of ancient jars containing the remains of 5,000-year-old wine. This significant find was uncovered by a team of researchers at a royal tomb within the Umm El Qa’āb necropolis, as disclosed in a statement by Egypt’s Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities (MTA) on Sunday. These wine jars, remarkably, appear to have remained sealed and unopened … Continue reading Sealed 5,000-Year-Old Wine Jars From Ancient Egypt Unearthed

In a bat cave located in Spain, scientists have unearthed what they believe to be the oldest known pair of shoes in Europe. A study published in the journal Science Advances reveals that these sandals, crafted from woven grass, are estimated to be approximately 6,000 years old. These shoes were part of a collection of ancient artifacts discovered in the Cave of the Bats, situated … Continue reading Scientists Say 6,000-Year-Old Sandals Found In Spanish Bat Cave Are Europe’s Oldest Shoes 

In northeastern France, an ancient stone sarcophagus from the Roman Era, dating back thousands of years, has been unearthed, yielding unexpected treasures. The discovery occurred in Reims on September 19, within a necropolis that had been revealed towards the end of 2022, as reported by the National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (Inrap). The sarcophagus, crafted from limestone, boasts dimensions of 3.3 feet in height, … Continue reading Archaeologists Find Skeleton and Mirror in 1,800-year-old Roman Sarcophagus

In the Gaza Strip, Palestinian laborers have uncovered numerous ancient graves, including two lead sarcophagi, within a Roman-era cemetery that dates back approximately 2,000 years. Archaeologists are heralding this discovery as the largest cemetery ever unearthed in Gaza. The excavation of this historical site began last year when workers stumbled upon it during the construction of a housing project funded by Egypt, situated near Jabaliya … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth the largest cemetery ever discovered in Gaza