Something of a hidden gem, Caracol is one of the largest Maya sites of Central America, and certainly the largest in Belize, yet it receives far less footfall than other ruins in the region Read more Section: News Ancient Places Americas Read Later Source Views: 0
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Unique St George Seal Found in Castle Ruins in Northern France
In 2020 the Regional Directorate of Cultural Affairs (DRAC) in France’s northernmost region, Hauts-de-France, requested that the country’s National Monuments Center (CMN) begin renovation Read more Section: Artifacts Other Artifacts News History & Archaeology Read Later Source Views: 0
Ancient Ruins Made With Lasers
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Who Built the Ñaupa Iglesia? Mysterious Ruins in Peru’s Sacred Valley
Ñaupa Iglesia is a fascinating Peruvian ruin in the Sacred Valley of the high Andes. It is located between Ollantaytambo and Urubamba; Ollantaytambo being only 30 Km (18.64 miles) from Machu Picchu. Geometry and Architecture of a Pre-Inca Site Although tradition credits Ñaupa Iglesia as Inca origin, this does not stand detailed scrutiny as the […]
1,500-Year-Old Temple Ruins Discovered in Uttar Pradesh, India
Uttar Pradesh, India’s most populous state, and one of its largest, is located in the northern Gangetic plains of the country. With a storied history and a slew of rulers having fought over parts of its territory since ancient times, it is no surprise that a 1,500-year-old temple, from the glory days of the ‘Gupta […]
1,300-Year-Old Machete and Ax Unearthed In Ruins of Assos, Turkey
Assos is a seriously pillaged and neglected ancient metropolis in Turkey. Many of the city’s greatest treasures today adorn European museums. Thus, the discovery of two ancient metal blades has made the headlines. Assos, also known as Behramkale, is a small town in the Ayvacık district of the Çanakkale Province, Turkey. Situated among hundreds of ancient ruins this Aegean-coastal seaside resort […]
Smart Cities Beta Tested in Mid-East Ruins
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Over 1,000 Amazing Relics Unearthed at China’s Sanxingdui Ruins
Archaeologists exploring sacrifice pits in a 3,000-year-old ruin have unveiled a Chinese treasure hoard consisting of over 1000 relics of supreme cultural importance. However, the most important artifact in this Chinese treasure hoard is a singular, and massive bronze figure. It has been deemed important enough that the site is applying for UNESCO World Cultural […]
The Hillforts Of Iberia: Ruins Of Proto-Celtic Tribes Who Resisted The Romans
Dotted like an ancient matrix in western Iberia are hillforts that once belonged to the ancient Celtic peoples of Iberia. Some of these forts were dismantled, others left untouched, but they were all abandoned by those who built them. When circumstances during the brutal oppression and ethnic cleansing by the Roman armies made it impossible […]
Ancient Christian Ruins with Biblical Inscriptions Discovered in Egypt
A series of ancient Christian ruins, including monks’ cells and the remains of three churches with well-preserved biblical inscriptions, have been found in Egypt dating back to the fourth century AD. The findings reveal insights into the earliest monastic gatherings in Egypt over 1,500 years ago. The Egyptian ministry of tourism and antiquities announced that the […]
Ruins of majestic historical gateway unearthed near Persepolis
TEHRAN – The ruins of a majestic historical gateway, built upon the order of Cyrus the Great, who was the founder of the mighty Achaemenid Empire (ca. 550 – 330 BC), have been unearthed near the UNESCO-registered Persepolis in southern Iran, Iranian researchers said on Monday. Supervised by a joint mission of Iranian and Italian […]
Archaeologists Uncover Mix of Greek, Roman, And Coptic Ruins In Egypt
Archaeologists exploring a site in southern Egypt unearthed a mixture of ruins and artifacts that chronicle human activity during three separate eras in Egyptian history. During excavations at the Shiha Fort in the Aswan Governorate, in southern Egypt, members of the archaeological mission of the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities found evidence that proved […]
Reading Abbey: Ruins Are A Reminder of Medieval Religious Strife
Reading Abbey was erected in 1121 in the town of Reading within in the county of Berkshire, England. It was a royal monastery established by King Henry I to pay homage to his ancestors and his successors and would serve as a burial site for Henry himself in 1136, thus making it a royal mausoleum. […]
Ruins of the Tribal Nanzhao Culture Speak of Buddha
Archaeologists have discovered an ancient temple complex dating back to a society once subjugated by the Tang Dynasty – the state of Nanzhao. Researchers found the words “Buddha sarira enshrined by the government” on a tile within the complex. According to the archaeologists, these words indicate that the site may be a royal religious site […]
Threat Of COVID-19 Third Wave Ruins Europe’s Christmas Vacation
As pressure builds on the British government to reverse plans to relax coronavirus rules during the holiday season, other countries across Europe are rapidly rethinking their own plans in the face of a looming COVID-19 third wave. Germany and the Netherlands have imposed sweeping new restrictions for the holidays, while the Italian government is expected to […]
The Anasazi and Anakim: Nephilim Ruins and Evidence of Ritual Murder
Across the ancient world, from the rocky deserts of the American West all the way to the shores of the Mediterranean, enigmatic parallels between ancient myths and archaeological sites are emerging. One such parallel exists between the Anasazi people of North America and the Anakim of the ancient Near East, the land of Canaan. Deciphering […]
In ruins, Syria marks 50 years of Assad family rule
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Nightlife in ruins: Beirut blast pummels Lebanese capital’s key industry
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The Haunted Ruins of Khara Khoto, The Black City of Mongolia
Khara Khoto is an ancient city located in the western part of Inner Mongolia. It was once a thriving city, thanks to its location on the famous Silk Road. But a devastating massacre left the city in ruins and, until recently, many locals refused to approach the ruins of Khara Khoto, for fear of its […]
The Caliphate of Trump and a Planet in Ruins
They are the extremists. If you need proof, look no further than the Afghan capital, Kabul, where the latest wave of suicide bombings has proven devastating. Recently, for instance, a fanatic set off his explosives among a group of citizens lining up outside a government office to register to vote in upcoming elections. At least 57 people died, including […]