Archaeologists have unearthed a pot of ancient Greek coins in Notion, Turkey, believed to date back to the fifth century B.C. The gold coins, featuring a kneeling archer design of the Persian daric, were likely minted in Sardis and found beneath a home. Researchers think mercenaries buried the treasure, though the reason remains unclear. The discovery, led by the University of Michigan, is rare and … Continue reading Pot overflowing with gold coins discovered in ancient Greek city in Turkey

Archaeologists in Jerusalem’s City of David National Park have uncovered large ancient fortifications, including a moat and walls, believed to date back to the time of the First Temple and the Kingdom of Judah. This discovery sheds new light on the biblical descriptions of Jerusalem’s topography, such as the Ophel and the Millo. The findings, which include defensive structures that separated the ancient city’s residential … Continue reading Archaeological dig in Jerusalem finds fortifications believed to be from time of King David

Archaeologists have made an unexpected discovery in the Tomba del Cerbero, a 2,000-year-old tomb in Giugliano, Italy, near Naples. For the first time since its discovery last year, experts physically opened the sarcophagus, revealing a remarkably well-preserved mummy. The body, found face-up and covered with a shroud, shows signs of careful preservation, including mineralization from the burial chamber’s climate. The tomb, located in the Phlegraean … Continue reading Archaeologists unseal 2,000-year-old tomb, find mummy in ‘excellent state’

A team of Polish divers from Baltictech has uncovered a well-preserved 19th-century shipwreck in the Baltic Sea, about 20 nautical miles off the Swedish coast. The ship was found to be heavily laden with historical artifacts, including over 100 bottles of champagne, as well as wine, mineral water, and porcelain. The most intriguing find for the divers was the mineral water in clay bottles, which … Continue reading Divers discover 100 bottles of champagne in 19th-century shipwreck

A “unique” Bronze Age artifact has been discovered off southern Norway, stunning archaeologists. The well-preserved bronze ax, dating to around 1300-1100 B.C., is the first prehistoric metal artifact found in Norwegian waters. Found at a depth of about 40 feet in the Tromøysund strait near Arendal, this socketed ax is the oldest metal artifact discovered underwater in Norway. Its origin is uncertain, but it may … Continue reading First-of-Its-Kind Prehistoric Artifact Found Below Sea, Experts ‘Stunned’

Pavlopetri, an ancient submerged city off Greece’s southern coast, is over 5,000 years old, predating the myth of Atlantis. Discovered in 1904 by geologist Folkion Negris and later explored in 1967 by Nicholas Flemming, Pavlopetri features streets, courtyards, and buildings from the Bronze Age, with artifacts dating between 2800 and 1180 BC. A 2009 excavation uncovered additional structures and confirmed the city’s occupation from around … Continue reading ‘The real Atlantis’ discovered off the coast of Greece

Archaeologists have uncovered human remains dating back over 1,000 years during an excavation at The Old Bell Hotel near Malmesbury Abbey in the U.K. They found 24 identifiable skeletons, believed to be Anglo-Saxon burials from the 7th century, specifically between 670 and 940 AD. This discovery occurred on Bid Athelstan Dig Day, involving 13 dig sites across the town. A representative from Cotswold Archaeology noted … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth 24 skeletons on hotel property dating back to 7th century

Archaeologists have uncovered artifacts from the Biblical city of Zanoah, located in the ‘Promised Land’ where the Israelites settled after their exodus from Egypt. The Israeli Antiquities Authority revealed findings, including ancient stone walls and pottery dating back over 3,200 years. Zanoah, mentioned in the Old Testament, provides further evidence of the Israelites’ journey to Canaan around 1406-1407 BC, after 40 years in the desert. … Continue reading Archaeologists find more evidence of Moses leading his people to the Promised Land

Archaeologists have uncovered a stone wall in a forest in southern Calabria, Italy, used by the Roman army during the conflict against Spartacus and his slave revolt in 71 BC. This structure, part of a defensive system built by General Marcus Licinius Crassus, extends over 3 km in the Dossone della Melia forest. Local environmentalists alerted researchers to its existence, leading to advanced radar and … Continue reading Archaeologists find site of epic clash between Spartacus and Roman army

Archaeologists conducting a survey at the Attingham Estate in Shropshire, England, have uncovered evidence of two previously unknown ancient Roman villas buried underground. The estate, spanning 1,600 hectares and managed by the National Trust, hosted a pioneering geophysical survey, the largest ever undertaken by the trust. This non-invasive scanning revealed several archaeological features, including what appear to be Roman villas and a roadside cemetery, Newsweek … Continue reading Roman Villas Fund Hidden Underground in ‘Fascinating’ Discovery

Peruvian archaeologists have unearthed a 400-year-old temple buried beneath a dune in Lambayeque, Peru, as part of the Proyecto Paisajes Culturales de Ucupe-Valle de Zaña. According to Luis Muro, the lead archaeologist, while awaiting radiocarbon dating for confirmation, initial evidence suggests the temple is likely part of a religious tradition from that period on Peru’s northern coast. The temple features adobe walls forming a theater-like … Continue reading Peruvian team discovers 4,000-year-old temple under dune

Archaeologists from Innsbruck University, conducting excavations at a church site in southern Austria, have uncovered a significant find—a marble shrine housing a relic possibly linked to Moses receiving the Ten Commandments. The discovery, made under an altar inside a chapel atop Burgbichl hill in Irschen, includes a 1,500-year-old ivory box adorned with Christian motifs. This rare find, one of about 40 known globally, features depictions … Continue reading Archaeologists discover ancient relic believed to be tied to Moses and the Ten Commandments

Archaeologists have uncovered a vast burial site in Egypt dubbed the new ‘City of the Dead’, containing over 300 tombs near the ancient city of Aswan. Established over 4,500 years ago as a crucial trade, quarrying, and military hub, Aswan’s inhabitants’ lives have long been shrouded in mystery. Over the course of five years, researchers have excavated 36 tombs that were reused for nearly 900 … Continue reading Hidden ‘City of the Dead’ with more than 300 tombs that contain mummified families is discovered in Egypt

A recent discovery in Israel may support the biblical account of an angel of the Lord wiping out 185,000 Assyrian soldiers, claims independent scholar Stephen Compton. Specializing in Near Eastern archaeology, Compton used modern mapping techniques to identify what he believes are ancient Assyrian military camps from around 700 B.C. This discovery, supported by Assyrian texts, Greek histories, and the Hebrew Bible, could validate the … Continue reading Newly found Assyrian camp supports epic biblical account, expert says

U.S. presidents, including George Washington, have a history of enjoying fine food and wine. Recent archaeological discoveries at Washington’s Mount Vernon plantation, now a museum, provide more insight into his tastes. Archaeologists uncovered dozens of 18th-century glass bottles in storage pits beneath the estate cellar, 29 of which were intact and packed with preserved cherries and berries. These bottles, typical of the mid-18th century, are … Continue reading Archaeologists Find 29 Bottles of Cherries and Berries at George Washington’s Mount Vernon

British archaeologists from Bournemouth University made a significant discovery recently, uncovering medieval gravestones during an exploration near an ancient shipwreck. The announcement, detailed in a press release last Friday, revealed that the Purbeck marble slabs had been resting on the seabed of Studland Bay, off Dorset’s coast, for about 800 years. These artifacts were part of the cargo of England’s oldest historic shipwreck, which sank … Continue reading Archaeologists make deathly discovery at bottom of 800-year-old shipwreck

A “once-in-a-decade” archaeological site has been uncovered in the United Kingdom at the Calthorpe Gardens residential development near Banbury, southern England. The excavation, conducted ahead of new home construction, revealed artifacts dating back to the Mesolithic period (10000 B.C. to 4000 B.C.), including flint tools. Additionally, researchers found remains of a small settlement from the Late Bronze Age to Middle/Late Iron Age and an Anglo-Saxon … Continue reading Archaeologists Unearth 19,000 Artifacts at ‘Once-in-a-Decade’ Site

The Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, has long fascinated people, often leading to speculation about alien involvement. However, archeologists faced limitations in exploring certain sections of the 4,500-year-old structure, with some areas being too small for humans. In 1993, a mysterious “blocking stone” in the Queen’s Chamber was discovered, but the technology to explore it properly was lacking. … Continue reading Robot captures never-before-seen footage uncovering secrets from inside Great Pyramid of Giza

Archaeologists discovered a collection of medieval game pieces, including a well-preserved knight chess piece, at a forgotten castle in southern Germany. The finds, dating from the 11th to 12th centuries AD, also include other gaming pieces and dice. Chess, introduced to Europe over a millennium ago, rarely yields such well-preserved pieces from its early years. An international team from the German Archaeological Institute (DAI), the … Continue reading Archaeologists Unearthed a 1000-year-old Medieval Game Collection in a Castle in Southern Germany

Recent archaeological excavations in Israel have uncovered early Christian art from around 1,500 years ago in an ancient Byzantine-era church in Rahat, located in the northern Negev Desert. The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) announced the discovery, noting that the wall art, primarily depicting boats, was likely created by pilgrims arriving from Gaza in the sixth century. These drawings symbolize the pilgrims’ journey to the Holy … Continue reading Archaeologists surprised by ‘intriguing’ art drawn by Christian pilgrims 1,500 years ago

Experts believe a newly discovered 8-square metre room in Pompeii may have served as a shrine or space for rituals and storing sacred objects. The room, with its rare blue-painted walls, features female figures symbolizing the four seasons and allegories of agriculture and pastoralism. The site also contained construction materials, a pile of oyster shells likely used in plaster mixes, fifteen transport amphorae, and a … Continue reading Pompeii archaeologists uncover incredibly rare blue room

Israeli researchers at Jerusalem’s City of David archeological site have uncovered a remarkably well-preserved 2,300-year-old gold ring from the Hellenistic period. The ring, made of gold and set with a red stone, likely a garnet, shows no signs of rust or weathering. Tehiya Gangate, an excavation team member, discovered the ring, creating much excitement among her colleagues. The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) announced that the … Continue reading Israeli excavators discover 2,300-year-old gold ring at City of David site

Archaeologists recently unearthed 600-year-old treasures at Verkių Regional Park in Vilnius, Lithuania. The National Museum of Lithuania announced on May 15 that excavations revealed two medieval burials dating back to the 13th to 14th centuries. This follows a 2008 discovery of a dozen graves and artifacts from the same period, though the full extent of the medieval cemetery remained unclear until now. One grave contained … Continue reading 600-year-old crown found in treasure-filled burial at park in Lithuania

Archaeologists in Colonial Williamsburg have made a significant discovery, uncovering the remains of barracks and various artifacts dating back to the Revolutionary War. Historical documents and maps from the 18th century provided clues about military housing near the current visitor center location in eastern Virginia. Excavations last year revealed bricks used in the construction of the barracks between 1776 and 1777. This period coincided with … Continue reading Revolutionary War barracks burned by the British discovered in Colonial Williamsburg

Archaeologists working on a major road development in the Cotswolds believe they have discovered a trove of Roman artifacts along the A417 route. The site has yielded artifacts dating back as far as 12,000 years, including pieces from the Neolithic period. Among the finds are a rare cupid figurine, a Roman nail cleaner, pottery, coins, and jewelry. These items were showcased at a public event … Continue reading Archaeologists discover ancient Roman artifacts in UK