Egypt has made a remarkable archaeological discovery in Saqqara, revealing two of the largest workshops ever used for the mummification of human and animal remains in ancient times. The announcement was made by Mostafa Waziri, the secretary-general of Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities, who shared the exciting news with journalists in Giza. Located within the expansive Pharaonic necropolis of Saqqara, the discovery encompasses two workshops … Continue reading Ancient tombs and large mummification workshops unearthed in Egypt

Following a large-scale operation, Italian authorities have announced the recovery of thousands of artifacts with significant historical and financial worth, some of which were taken from graves and archaeological sites. During the operation, which involved hundreds of officers, 21 out of 51 suspects were arrested, as disclosed during a press conference held in the southern Italian region of Puglia on Wednesday, CNN reported. The arrested … Continue reading Thousands of stolen artifacts recovered by Italian police

In a recent excavation in Jerusalem, Israeli archaeologists unearthed a fascinating find—a 2,000-year-old receipt intricately carved into a chalkstone slab. The Israel Antiquities Authority shared the details of this discovery in a Facebook post on Wednesday. It seems that even in ancient times, transactions were etched into stone, quite literally, the New York Post reported. Rabbi Amichai Eliyahu, the Minister of Heritage at the Israel … Continue reading Archaeologists discover 2,000-year-old receipt carved in stone in Jerusalem

During an exploration of the magnificent Battifratta Cave in Italy, archaeologists were taken aback when they stumbled upon an unexpected treasure—a remarkably rare clay figurine depicting a female. What surprised them even more was the dating of the artifact, revealing its remarkable age of approximately 7,000 years. Situated near Poggio Nativo in Sabina, Italy, the Battifratta Cave is a geological marvel adorned with captivating stalactites … Continue reading 7,000-year-old Figurine Found In Italian Cave Shocks Archaeologists

Archaeologists excavating at the renowned ancient city of Pompeii have made a significant discovery, unearthing the remains of two individuals believed to have perished during the catastrophic volcanic eruption in 79 AD. Surprisingly, the official Pompeii archaeological site reports that these victims were actually killed by an accompanying earthquake that occurred simultaneously with the eruption, CNN reported. According to a recent press release, the tragic … Continue reading Archaeologists uncover two new Pompeii victims killed by earthquake

Researchers have made a significant discovery regarding an early Hebrew inscription found on a folded lead tablet in the vicinity of Mount Ebal near Nablus. The tablet, uncovered during an excavation in the 1980s, recently underwent x-ray tomographic measurements to unveil concealed text, the Jerusalem Post reported. Through epigraphic analysis of the data, scholars have identified a formulaic curse inscribed in a proto-alphabetic script that … Continue reading Ancient tablet found on Mount Ebal predates known Hebrew inscriptions

A significant discovery has been made by archaeologists in Germany as they unearthed a collection of grave goods inside a Celtic cremation tomb that dates back 2,300 years. Among the remarkable finds are a folded sword, possibly utilized in battle, and an exceptionally well-preserved pair of scissors, Live Science reported. The assortment of artifacts, which also includes a fragment of a shield, a razor, a … Continue reading 2,300-year-old scissors and ‘folded’ sword discovered in a Celtic cremation tomb in Germany

Archaeologists at Jumonville Glen in Fayette County have made significant discoveries, unearthing numerous artifacts. The ongoing archaeological investigation at the Fort Necessity battlefield has yielded musket balls, shedding light on the historic battle that marked the beginning of the French and Indian War. These findings hold the potential to provide further insights into the events that unfolded during the battle, contributing to a better understanding … Continue reading Archaeological investigation finds musket balls at Fort Necessity battlefield

Archaeologists have made an exciting discovery at the submerged Neolithic site of Soline, off the coast of Korčula, a Croatian island. A Stone Age road, believed to be several millennia older than the site itself, has been unearthed. The ancient pathway once connected Soline to a settlement that now lies beneath the Adriatic Sea, around 4 to 5 meters (13 to 16 feet) below the … Continue reading 7,000-Year-Old Submerged Road Discovered Under The Mediterranean Sea

A recent study reveals that an ancient Greek settlement, dating back 2,500 years, has been uncovered beneath Naples, Italy, utilizing cosmic rays and laser technology. The findings, published in the peer-reviewed journal Scientific Reports last month, disclose the presence of Christian catacombs from the Roman era alongside the Greek burials. The remarkable discovery was made in the “Sanità” district, situated near the city center, the … Continue reading Underground Greek tomb discovered in Italy by using cosmic rays

Recent radar data has uncovered a remarkable discovery at an ancient Viking burial site in Norway. Contrary to previous beliefs that the area was devoid of significant findings, it has now been revealed that the site houses the remains of a Viking ship dating back 1,200 years. According to reports from Live Science and local science news outlet ScienceNorway, archaeologists employed georadar, also known as … Continue reading Ancient Viking burial ship discovered in Norway

Marine archaeologists have made a significant discovery regarding a mysterious shipwreck off the coast of Daytona Beach, Florida. Contrary to the initial estimates, the shipwreck’s size is three times larger than originally described, as determined by experts from the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum. The examination of the wreck, which emerged near the 3200 block of Daytona Beach Shores around April 20, was conducted … Continue reading Shipwreck found off Florida beach is much larger than originally suspected, team says

In Livorno, Italy, archaeologists are unraveling an intriguing mystery that began with a remarkable discovery, CNN reported. During a hike in a cleared section of a Tuscan forest northeast of Livorno, a member of the Livorno Paleontological Archaeological Group stumbled upon a few glimmering coins in the soil in November 2021. As the team conducted a closer examination and began excavation work, they were astonished … Continue reading Buried treasure, including nearly 200 Roman coins, found in Italy

In a groundbreaking revelation, archaeologists from the University of Oxford’s School of Archaeology have uncovered three previously unknown Roman fortified camps in northern Arabia. This remarkable discovery was made through a remote sensing survey utilizing satellite imagery. The findings suggest the existence of an “undocumented military campaign” that traversed southeast Jordan and extended into Saudi Arabia. Dr. Michael Fradley, the lead researcher, confidently stated that … Continue reading Newly Discovered Roman Fortified Camps Found in Northern Arabia

A remarkable find has emerged near a Viking fortress site in north-west Denmark, as nearly 300 silver coins believed to be more than a millennium old have been unearthed. The discovery, made by a young girl who was metal-detecting in a nearby cornfield last autumn, has captivated experts and sparked excitement. Lars Christian Norbach, the director of the esteemed North Jutland Museum, expressed the rarity … Continue reading Denmark Unveils Staggering Discovery: Ancient Viking Coins Preserved for a Millennium

The Italian Ministry of Culture has announced the discovery of an ancient Nabataean temple with marble altars in the gulf of Pozzuoli, outside Naples, in Campania, Italy. The Nabataean population was known for their settlements in the desert areas of the Arabian Peninsula, The Art Newspaper reported. About 2,000 years ago, they established a settlement in Pozzuoli, building up the largest commercial port in the … Continue reading Underwater Nabataean temple discovered in major archaeological find in Italy

In the most recent discovery dating back to pre-Inca times, Peruvian archaeologists uncovered a mummy over 1,000 years old on the outskirts of the modern capital on Monday. The mummy, believed to be that of an adolescent, was discovered in an underground tomb wrapped in a funerary bundle alongside ceramics and rope, including fragments of skin and hair, Yahoo News reported. According to Yomira Huaman, … Continue reading Archaeologists in Peru find adolescent mummy wrapped in bundle

Underneath the well-trodden pavements of the French capital lies centuries of history, including the catacombs and remnants of civilizations from the past. Recently, scientists made a surprising discovery just three meters beneath the surface in the heart of Paris – 50 graves that had previously remained undisturbed, located in close proximity to a popular metro stop. Despite numerous construction projects and the construction of the … Continue reading Archaeologists uncover ancient necropolis near Paris metro

The Tartessos civilization, which thrived in southern Spain some 3,000 years ago and has been linked to the mythical city of Atlantis, has had its first known sculptures of human figures revealed by archaeologists. The five reliefs of human faces, discovered at the ancient Tartessian site of Casas del Turuñuelo, are believed to be depictions of gods and warriors, Vice news reported. This Bronze Age … Continue reading Archaeologists Uncover the Ancient Gods of a Lost Civilization

Culture ministry officials announced on Saturday that excavations in southern Italy have revealed terracotta bullheads and a figurine of the Greek god Eros riding a dolphin, shedding new light on the religious practices of an ancient city. This is the first discovery of artifacts from a sanctuary in the ancient Greek city of Paestum, dating back to the 5th century B.C. Paestum, renowned for its … Continue reading Archeologists in Italy unearth ancient dolphin statuette

The recent discovery of two silver coins from the Roman Empire on a remote island in the Baltic Sea, located halfway between Sweden and Estonia, has left archaeologists both baffled and excited. The discovery was made by a team of archaeologists from Södertörn University in Stockholm, who found the coins using metal detectors in March, Live Science reported. The coins were discovered at a beach … Continue reading Mystery of Roman coins discovered on shipwreck island has archaeologists baffled

This week, archaeologists have reported the unearthing of a stone scoreboard utilized in an ancient ball game similar to soccer at the renowned Mayan Chichen Itza archaeological site in Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula. The circular artifact measures slightly more than 32 centimeters (12.6 inches) in diameter and weighs approximately 40 kilograms (88 pounds), CNN reported. It features hieroglyphic text encircling two players positioned alongside a ball, … Continue reading Archaeologists discover 1,000-year-old Mayan scoreboard in Mexico

During an excavation of a villa that was used by ancient Roman emperors in Italy, archaeologists stumbled upon a surprising discovery: two mosaics portraying the Greek mythological figure, Medusa. T his legendary character was known for her hair made of snakes and her ability to petrify people with her gaze, Live Science reported. The circular room where the team found the mosaics is located in … Continue reading Mysterious mosaics depicting Medusa uncovered at 2nd-century Roman villa

According to experts, concerns arose after Mexican officials spotted signs of life on one of the accidental mummies featured in a traveling exhibit. The collection, known as the Mummies of Guanajuato, is composed of mummies from the 1800s that were inadvertently preserved after being buried in mineral-rich soil in crypts in Guanajuato, Mexico. The cause of the mummification remains a mystery, with some attributing it … Continue reading Signs of life in mummy exhibit in Mexico have experts worried for those who get close