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Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – Recent research conducted by Curtin University has revealed that the monumental six-tonne Altar Stone at Stonehenge, previously thought to have originated in Wales, is, in fact, from Scotland. This discovery has significant implications regarding the
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – The Forsa Ring, also known as Forsaringen in Swedish, is an iron artifact originating from Hälsingland, Sweden, dating back to the 9th or 10th century. Recent scientific analysis has led to a new interpretation of its
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – A new study from the Australian National University (ANU) reveals that an unexplored area in Spain’s Southern Pyrenees foothills is providing insights into a little-known period of Neanderthal history, potentially offering clues about their extinction.
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – Archaeologists from the National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH) have made a significant discovery in the Archaeological Zone of Cobá, Quintana Roo, Mexico. The find consists of a large stone panel featuring Mayan hieroglyphic
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – For over a century, the British Museum has housed four ancient clay tablets discovered in the region now known as Iraq. Recently, two scholars have successfully deciphered the cuneiform inscriptions, revealing ominous prophecies. Left: Babylonian
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – Recent archaeological excavations conducted at the Archaeological Park of Selinunte have yielded significant findings. Thanks to the latest field works, archaeologists found new buildings (previously undiscovered structures) in the sacred area and identified a structure that
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – A remarkable archaeological discovery has been made in Kazakhstan. During a routine inspection as part of the preventive Orman campaign in the Sandyktau district, Department of Emergency Situations staff stumbled upon a mysterious stone carving depicting
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – A team of researchers, led by a University of Michigan archaeologist, has made a significant discovery during excavations in the ancient Greek city of Notion, located in western Turkey. The team unearthed a collection of
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – The Spanish galleon San José, a vessel of significant historical and monetary value, was sunk by the British navy in 1708 near Cartagena, Colombia. The ship was carrying a substantial cargo of gold, silver, and
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – In 1935, the Metropolitan Museum of New York conducted a significant archaeological expedition in Egypt. The team excavated the tomb of Senmut, a prominent figure in ancient Egyptian history, at Deir el-Bahari near Luxor, formerly known
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – According to expert analysis, the archaeological site of Göbekli Tepe in southern Turkey, dating back approximately 12,000 years, has yielded evidence of what may be the world’s oldest lunisolar calendar. This discovery is considered a
Eddie Gonzales Jr. – AncientPages.com – A new study co-authored by Griffith University reports the discovery of extremely rare early human fossils from the Indonesian island of Flores, including an astonishingly small adult limb bone. The recently discovered artifacts, estimated to
Ellen Lloyd – AncientPages.com – Discovering unusual artifacts in New Mexico highlights children’s unique perspective on archaeological finds. A young explorer uncovered two intriguing objects while investigating ancient Indian ruins. Upon examination, archaeologists and historians found these objects enigmatic. Experts
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – Bulgaria’s rich history spans approximately 6,000 years, during which numerous influential civilizations and empires have left their mark on the region. This diverse heritage has shaped the country’s cultural landscape over millennia. Varna, a city
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – A recent scientific study has proposed a novel hypothesis regarding the construction methodology of the Pyramid of Djoser, Egypt’s oldest pyramidal structure. The research suggests that builders used an innovative hydraulic lift system to facilitate
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – Archaeological exploration of the submerged city of Baiae in the Gulf of Naples, Italy, has yielded a significant discovery on the seabed. The Roman city of Baiae, situated near the renowned ruins of Pompeii, has been
