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2,300-year-old Swords with Swastika Discovered: Everything You Need to Know
A team of archaeologists has unearthed two 2,300-year-old swords, accompanied by burial artifacts like brooches, jewelry, etc., in the necropolis in France. The presence of swastikas remains a matter of consideration. These swords belong to the second Iron Age.
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Archaeologists Discover 4,400-Year-Old Tomb of Egyptian Prince in Saqqara
Archaeologists discovered Prince Userefre’s tomb, son of King Userkaf, at Saqqara, featuring a monumental pink granite false door and important Fifth Dynasty artifacts.
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First-Ever Proof Found Of Gladiator Mauled By Lion In Roman Britain
Archaeologists have discovered the first direct evidence of a gladiator mauled by a lion. The skeleton, discovered two decades ago in a Roman settlement in Britain, offers new insight into the brutal spectacles that once captivated audiences.
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Remains Of 5,000-Year-Old Noblewoman Found In Peru
Archaeologists in Peru said Thursday they found the 5,000-year-old remains of a noblewoman at the sacred city of Caral, revealing the important role played by women in the oldest center of civilization in the Americas.
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Archaeologists Unearth Circular Mass Grave of Wounded Individuals in Ancient Peruvian Tomb
Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered a massive circular tomb dating back to around 500 BCE, filled with the remains of 54 individuals, many of whom show signs of violent injury. The discovery suggests ritualised warfare or sacrificial practices and offers fresh insight into the ceremonial traditions of ancient Andean cultures.
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Archaeologists May Have Found 2,100-Year-Old Roman Canal Built by Gaius Marius in Southern France
Archaeologists in France may have located a lost Roman canal built during the Cimbrian Wars. The Marius Canal, ordered by Gaius Marius, was a crucial supply route for Roman troops fighting the Cimbri and Teutones between 104 and 102 B.C. Researchers have identified structures in the Rhône River delta matching Roman engineering standards, including...
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"Fascinating Discovery": Archaeologists Find Over 110 Megaliths In Kerala. See Pics
In a surprising development, a huge number of megalithic structures have been discovered during a recent archaeological excavation conducted near the Malampuzha dam in Palakkad, Kerala.
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Archaeologists Discover a 3,200-Year-Old Tomb Possibly Linked to Ramesses III
Archaeologists have uncovered a 3,200-year-old tomb at Tell el-Maschuta in northeastern Egypt. The tomb, which includes a burial chamber and three adjoining rooms, holds artifacts such as a gold ring inscribed with the name of Ramesses III and bronze arrowheads. Pottery inscriptions referring to Horemheb suggest possible reuse of the tomb over diff...
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2,400-Year-Old Puppets with Expressive Faces Discovered in El Salvador
Archaeologists in El Salvador have unearthed 2,400-year-old ceramic puppets with expressive faces atop a pyramid. The figurines, featuring movable heads, were likely used in public rituals to depict historical or mythical events. The discovery challenges the belief that ancient El Salvador was culturally isolated, linking its traditions to broader ...
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Rare Pompeii Fresco Depicts Secret Dionysian Cult Rites and Initiations
Archaeologists in Pompeii have uncovered a rare fresco depicting the initiation rites of a Dionysian mystery cult. Found in the House of Thiasus, the painting stretches across three walls, showcasing maenads, satyrs, and ancient hunting rituals. The artwork suggests that initiates engaged in wilderness rituals, despite a Roman ban on Dionysian cere...
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Scientist Recreates 2,000-Year-Old Woman Face From Ancient Skull
The face was reconstructed using a smashed skull found in 2018.
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Archaeologists Claim The Great Wall of China Is 300 Years Older Than Previously Thought
Contrary to previous beliefs, the iconic structure was not a single, cohesive construction project, but rather a series of fortifications built across multiple dynasties.
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Archaeologists Uncover New Clues About World's Oldest Rune Stone
Runes were the first writing system of the Germanic people, appearing in the early centuries AD and used in Scandinavia until the late Middle Ages
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5,000-Year-Old Spanish Fortress Reveals Roman-Era Burial with Dagger
A 5,000-year-old fortress in Spain has revealed an unexpected Roman-era burial. The remains of a man, aged between 25 and 35, were found with a military dagger, suggesting he may have been a soldier. The site had been abandoned for over 2,500 years, leaving archaeologists puzzled over why he was buried there. Experts believe he could have been a de...
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Archaeologists Dive Into Sea Off Dwarka To Uncover Submerged Heritage
A team of five archaeologists from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), including women members, has commenced "groundbreaking underwater explorations" off the coast of Dwarka in Gujarat, the Ministry of Culture said on Tuesday.
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2,300-year-old Swords with Swastika Discovered: Everything You Need to Know
A team of archaeologists has unearthed two 2,300-year-old swords, accompanied by burial artifacts like brooches, jewelry, etc., in the necropolis in France. The presence of swastikas remains a matter of consideration. These swords belong to the second Iron Age.
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Archaeologists Discover 4,400-Year-Old Tomb of Egyptian Prince in Saqqara
Archaeologists discovered Prince Userefre’s tomb, son of King Userkaf, at Saqqara, featuring a monumental pink granite false door and important Fifth Dynasty artifacts.
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First-Ever Proof Found Of Gladiator Mauled By Lion In Roman Britain
Archaeologists have discovered the first direct evidence of a gladiator mauled by a lion. The skeleton, discovered two decades ago in a Roman settlement in Britain, offers new insight into the brutal spectacles that once captivated audiences.
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Remains Of 5,000-Year-Old Noblewoman Found In Peru
Archaeologists in Peru said Thursday they found the 5,000-year-old remains of a noblewoman at the sacred city of Caral, revealing the important role played by women in the oldest center of civilization in the Americas.
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Archaeologists Unearth Circular Mass Grave of Wounded Individuals in Ancient Peruvian Tomb
Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered a massive circular tomb dating back to around 500 BCE, filled with the remains of 54 individuals, many of whom show signs of violent injury. The discovery suggests ritualised warfare or sacrificial practices and offers fresh insight into the ceremonial traditions of ancient Andean cultures.
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Archaeologists May Have Found 2,100-Year-Old Roman Canal Built by Gaius Marius in Southern France
Archaeologists in France may have located a lost Roman canal built during the Cimbrian Wars. The Marius Canal, ordered by Gaius Marius, was a crucial supply route for Roman troops fighting the Cimbri and Teutones between 104 and 102 B.C. Researchers have identified structures in the Rhône River delta matching Roman engineering standards, including...
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"Fascinating Discovery": Archaeologists Find Over 110 Megaliths In Kerala. See Pics
In a surprising development, a huge number of megalithic structures have been discovered during a recent archaeological excavation conducted near the Malampuzha dam in Palakkad, Kerala.
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Archaeologists Discover a 3,200-Year-Old Tomb Possibly Linked to Ramesses III
Archaeologists have uncovered a 3,200-year-old tomb at Tell el-Maschuta in northeastern Egypt. The tomb, which includes a burial chamber and three adjoining rooms, holds artifacts such as a gold ring inscribed with the name of Ramesses III and bronze arrowheads. Pottery inscriptions referring to Horemheb suggest possible reuse of the tomb over diff...
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2,400-Year-Old Puppets with Expressive Faces Discovered in El Salvador
Archaeologists in El Salvador have unearthed 2,400-year-old ceramic puppets with expressive faces atop a pyramid. The figurines, featuring movable heads, were likely used in public rituals to depict historical or mythical events. The discovery challenges the belief that ancient El Salvador was culturally isolated, linking its traditions to broader ...
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Rare Pompeii Fresco Depicts Secret Dionysian Cult Rites and Initiations
Archaeologists in Pompeii have uncovered a rare fresco depicting the initiation rites of a Dionysian mystery cult. Found in the House of Thiasus, the painting stretches across three walls, showcasing maenads, satyrs, and ancient hunting rituals. The artwork suggests that initiates engaged in wilderness rituals, despite a Roman ban on Dionysian cere...
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Scientist Recreates 2,000-Year-Old Woman Face From Ancient Skull
The face was reconstructed using a smashed skull found in 2018.
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Archaeologists Claim The Great Wall of China Is 300 Years Older Than Previously Thought
Contrary to previous beliefs, the iconic structure was not a single, cohesive construction project, but rather a series of fortifications built across multiple dynasties.
-
Archaeologists Uncover New Clues About World's Oldest Rune Stone
Runes were the first writing system of the Germanic people, appearing in the early centuries AD and used in Scandinavia until the late Middle Ages
-
5,000-Year-Old Spanish Fortress Reveals Roman-Era Burial with Dagger
A 5,000-year-old fortress in Spain has revealed an unexpected Roman-era burial. The remains of a man, aged between 25 and 35, were found with a military dagger, suggesting he may have been a soldier. The site had been abandoned for over 2,500 years, leaving archaeologists puzzled over why he was buried there. Experts believe he could have been a de...
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Archaeologists Dive Into Sea Off Dwarka To Uncover Submerged Heritage
A team of five archaeologists from the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), including women members, has commenced "groundbreaking underwater explorations" off the coast of Dwarka in Gujarat, the Ministry of Culture said on Tuesday.
