Archaeological investigation finds musket balls at Fort Necessity battlefield

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

7,000-Year-Old Submerged Road Discovered Under The Mediterranean Sea

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

Underground Greek tomb discovered in Italy by using cosmic rays

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

Ancient Viking burial ship discovered in Norway

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

Shipwreck found off Florida beach is much larger than originally suspected, team says

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

Buried treasure, including nearly 200 Roman coins, found in Italy

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

Newly Discovered Roman Fortified Camps Found in Northern Arabia

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

Denmark Unveils Staggering Discovery: Ancient Viking Coins Preserved for a Millennium

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

Underwater Nabataean temple discovered in major archaeological find in Italy

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

Archaeologists in Peru find adolescent mummy wrapped in bundle

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

Archaeologists uncover ancient necropolis near Paris metro

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

Archaeologists Uncover the Ancient Gods of a Lost Civilization

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

Archeologists in Italy unearth ancient dolphin statuette

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

Mystery of Roman coins discovered on shipwreck island has archaeologists baffled

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

Archaeologists discover 1,000-year-old Mayan scoreboard in Mexico

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

Mysterious mosaics depicting Medusa uncovered at 2nd-century Roman villa

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

Signs of life in mummy exhibit in Mexico have experts worried for those who get close

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

Olmec Sculpture Will Return to Mexico

Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) stated that the Manhattan Antiquities Trafficking Unit has recovered a missing Olmec sculpture in New York, which will be returned to Mexico. The sculpture, known as Monument 9 of Chalcatzingo, was originally from an archaeological site in Mexico’s central highlands, and measures approximately six feet tall, five feet wide, and weighs around one ton. According to Mario … Continue reading Olmec Sculpture Will Return to Mexico

France uncovers ancient Roman sanctuary and adjacent burial site dating back 2,000 years.

The French National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research announced on April 4 that as archaeologists excavated an area in La Chapelle-des-Fougeretz, a small city near Rennes, traces of the Roman empire’s past rule over western France were uncovered. Empty tombs, a ditch that once held devoted offerings, and other vestiges of faded glory were found, with the skeletons long since dissolved and the offerings deteriorated, … Continue reading France uncovers ancient Roman sanctuary and adjacent burial site dating back 2,000 years.

Archaeologists in Armenia Just Unearthed an Ancient ‘Golden Tomb’ Filled With Jewelry and Artifacts

A tomb containing numerous amber and carnelian beads as well as gold pendants has been unearthed by archaeologists at Metsamor, an ancient necropolis located in Armenia. The burial is believed to date back to the late Bronze Age, specifically between 1,300 and 1,200 B.C.E. The tomb also contained the remains of both a male and female, who were buried simultaneously. “Their death is a mystery … Continue reading Archaeologists in Armenia Just Unearthed an Ancient ‘Golden Tomb’ Filled With Jewelry and Artifacts

Strange Ancient Burials Found in Southern Israel

Archaeologists have uncovered a complex of kilns dating back to the Middle Bronze Age, around 3,800 years ago, in the ancient city of Yavneh. The discovery made last year supports the view that Yavneh was a major center for pottery production that spanned several centuries and cultures, including the Canaanites, Samaritans, Christians, Jews, and Muslims. However, some of the kilns contained surprising items that researchers … Continue reading Strange Ancient Burials Found in Southern Israel

Archeologists uncovering more than expected at Court Square site

Charlottesville’s history is being uncovered by archaeologists who have been working on the Court Square Project for approximately a month. The team has been discovering more than what was initially expected. “Lots of evidence of late 18th and early 19th century activity here,” Rivanna Archeological Services Project Manager Nick Bonharper said, as reported by NBC 29. More than 300 orange flags have been planted on … Continue reading Archeologists uncovering more than expected at Court Square site

Ancient 3,500-Year-Old Bronze Hand Is A Mystery To Archaeologists

In 2017, archaeologists made a remarkable and potentially significant discovery while excavating an ancient grave in Switzerland. They uncovered a bronze hand that was 3,500 years old, adorned with a gold cuff around the wrist, leaving them puzzled yet intrigued. The discovery of this unique object was unprecedented in this particular region of Europe, and left the researchers uncertain of its origins. It appears to … Continue reading Ancient 3,500-Year-Old Bronze Hand Is A Mystery To Archaeologists

‘Unprecedented’ 1,300-year-old murals shed light on life in ancient Peru

Pañamarca, an archaeological treasure built by the Moche people between 550 and 800 C.E., sits atop a rocky outcrop in Peru’s Nepeña Valley. Over the years, researchers and archaeologists have been intrigued by the secrets that lie within Pañamarca, and they are now making headway and sharing their discoveries. The Archaeological Research Project (PIA) “Paisajes Arqueológicos de Pañamarca” was established in 2018 by a team … Continue reading ‘Unprecedented’ 1,300-year-old murals shed light on life in ancient Peru

CNN: Archeologists discover ‘oldest pearling town’ in the Persian Gulf

On Monday, a team of archaeologists in the United Arab Emirates announced the discovery of what they believe to be the Persian Gulf’s oldest pearling town on Sinniyah Island, located to the east of the Umm al-Quwain emirate. According to the Umm al-Quwain Department of Tourism and Archaeology, the 30-acre town operated between the late 6th and mid-8th centuries, making it older than the Islamic … Continue reading CNN: Archeologists discover ‘oldest pearling town’ in the Persian Gulf