archaeology

Dive into the mystifying world of the ancient Mayan calendars, which continue to intrigue with their astonishing astronomical accuracy and complex structure. Discover how time, spirituality, and life intermingled in these intricate timekeeping mechanisms...

Journey back in time to the Battle of Marathon and meet Pheidippides, the legendary Greek herald whose epic run inspired today's marathon. Explore his tale of endurance and determination that transcends millennia.

Uncover the intriguing conjectures linking the enigmatic Pharaoh Akhenaten, known for his radical monotheism in Egypt, to ancient Scotland. Dive into the mysteries of Rosslyn Chapel, explore shared solar symbolism, and tread the lines of history and myth.

This article posits a comprehensive discussion of the King Arthur legend and Camelot's historicity. It includes a variety of viewpoints from historians, archaeologists and literature enthusiasts.

The Voynich Manuscript is one of the most hopeful and yet perplexing unsolved mysteries in the sphere of ancient manuscripts.

Witchcraft & Wicca: A Journey through Gerald Gardner’s Mystical Patch

China's history is filled with powerful rulers who have left an indelible mark on its cultural and political landscape. One such influential figure was Empress Dowager Cixi, also known as the China Dragon Empress

In the annals of ancient history, one name stands out among the notable figures of rebellion and resilience - Boadicea. This indomitable warrior queen, whose infamous revolt against the Roman occupation shook the burgeoning Roman Empire in Britain, left a...

Rome must have been the party capital of the world. Buckle up, folks, because we're about to get real juicy. Yes, we're talking about Roman orgies and parties, and boy, were they wild. You know those frat parties you see in movies? Well, those have got no...

The 21-inch staff was found at the Järvensuo archaeological site almost perfectly preserved — and researchers believe it was used to commune with the spirit world.

Today, bigger is widely regarded as better. But was this always the case? This article sheds some light on how the Western culture changed in its phallic preferences.

"I had seen parts of it peeking out from the water before, but this is the first time I've seen it in full."

The altar was found in the ancient Graeco-Roman city of Patara and is shedding invaluable light on the ancient Greek religious practices of its time.

The city of Timgad was built by Emperor Trajan in 100 A.D. Though it was sacked by Berber tribes shortly after Rome fell, its ruins still stand in Northern Africa today.

Our ancestors were more badass than we assume

Archaeologists found accessibility ramps featured in many temple designs and at healing sanctuaries.