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Archaeologists Solve Mystery Of Unexplained Deaths Near “Portal To Hell”

Dating back to ancient Greek writings, people have been avoiding the temple for fear of death.

By Katie Serena Mar 18, 2024

Archaeologists Solve Mystery Of Unexplained Deaths Near “Portal To Hell”

Dating back to ancient Greek writings, people have been avoiding the temple for fear of death.

By Katie Serena March 18, 2024

Inside The Lost Underground City Of Derinkuyu, The Subterranean Metropolis Of Ancient Turkey

A labyrinthine network of tunnels and chambers that’s sat hundreds of feet below the Earth's surface for centuries, Turkey's underground city of Derinkuyu once housed 20,000 people.

By Austin Harvey Mar 17, 2024

Inside The Lost Underground City Of Derinkuyu, The Subterranean Metropolis Of Ancient Turkey

A labyrinthine network of tunnels and chambers that’s sat hundreds of feet below the Earth's surface for centuries, Turkey's underground city of Derinkuyu once housed 20,000 people.

By Austin Harvey March 17, 2024

This Week In History News, Mar. 10 – 16

Neolithic cobra pottery unearthed in Taiwan, missing half of Ramses II statue found in Egypt, mass grave filled with plague victims discovered in Germany.

By All That's Interesting Mar 15, 2024

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This Week In History News, Mar. 10 – 16

Neolithic cobra pottery unearthed in Taiwan, missing half of Ramses II statue found in Egypt, mass grave filled with plague victims discovered in Germany.

By All That's Interesting March 15, 2024

Well-Preserved Ming Dynasty Tomb Unearthed In Northern China

Discovered in the city of Xinzhou, this Ming Dynasty tomb was filled with various offerings and artifacts.

By Austin Harvey Mar 15, 2024

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Well-Preserved Ming Dynasty Tomb Unearthed In Northern China

Discovered in the city of Xinzhou, this Ming Dynasty tomb was filled with various offerings and artifacts.

By Austin Harvey March 15, 2024

Construction Workers At A Historic British Estate Happen Upon A Statue Head From Ancient Rome

Construction worker Greg Crawley was operating a mechanical digger when he came upon a large stone — one that turned out to be the head of an ancient Roman statue.

By Austin Harvey Mar 13, 2024

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Construction Workers At A Historic British Estate Happen Upon A Statue Head From Ancient Rome

Construction worker Greg Crawley was operating a mechanical digger when he came upon a large stone — one that turned out to be the head of an ancient Roman statue.

By Austin Harvey March 13, 2024

The Puzzling History Of The Voynich Manuscript, The ‘World’s Most Mysterious Book’

Since it was rediscovered in 1912, scholars have been trying to decode the unknown script and bizarre illustrations inside the 15th-century Voynich Manuscript — but to this day, nobody knows exactly what the book is about.

By Erin Kelly Mar 13, 2024

The Puzzling History Of The Voynich Manuscript, The ‘World’s Most Mysterious Book’

By Erin Kelly March 13, 2024

The History Of El Castillo, The Ancient Maya Temple That Towers Over Chichén Itzá

Built between 1050 and 1300, El Castillo is a magnificent stone pyramid located at the center of the Maya city of Chichén Itzá that stands 79 feet tall and is 181 feet wide at its base.

By Morgan Dunn Mar 12, 2024

The History Of El Castillo, The Ancient Maya Temple That Towers Over Chichén Itzá

Built between 1050 and 1300, El Castillo is a magnificent stone pyramid located at the center of the Maya city of Chichén Itzá that stands 79 feet tall and is 181 feet wide at its base.

By Morgan Dunn March 12, 2024

‘Spectacular’ 500-Year-Old Gold Ring With Image Of Christ Discovered In Sweden

Ongoing archaeological excavations in Kalmar, Sweden have revealed a wealth of objects, including a stunning gold ring that was likely lost 500 years ago.

By Austin Harvey Mar 12, 2024

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‘Spectacular’ 500-Year-Old Gold Ring With Image Of Christ Discovered In Sweden

Ongoing archaeological excavations in Kalmar, Sweden have revealed a wealth of objects, including a stunning gold ring that was likely lost 500 years ago.

By Austin Harvey March 12, 2024

Striking Evidence Of 11,000-Year-Old Facial Piercings Discovered In Turkey

The ornaments found at Boncuklu Tarla in Turkey were discovered alongside skeletons, marking the first time that such items were discovered "in situ" with human remains.

By Kaleena Fraga Mar 12, 2024

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Striking Evidence Of 11,000-Year-Old Facial Piercings Discovered In Turkey

The ornaments found at Boncuklu Tarla in Turkey were discovered alongside skeletons, marking the first time that such items were discovered "in situ" with human remains.

By Kaleena Fraga March 12, 2024

Missing Upper Half Of Massive Ramses II Statue Unearthed In Egypt

The lower half of this Ramses II statue was discovered by German archaeologists in 1930.

By Austin Harvey Mar 11, 2024

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Missing Upper Half Of Massive Ramses II Statue Unearthed In Egypt

The lower half of this Ramses II statue was discovered by German archaeologists in 1930.

By Austin Harvey March 11, 2024

The Story Of The Tollund Man, The 2,400-Year-Old Corpse That Was So Well-Preserved Scientists Could Take His Fingerprints

One of history's best-preserved "bog bodies," the Tollund Man was discovered with a noose around his neck, leading researchers to conclude he'd been a victim of human sacrifice.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz Mar 10, 2024

The Story Of The Tollund Man, The 2,400-Year-Old Corpse That Was So Well-Preserved Scientists Could Take His Fingerprints

One of history's best-preserved "bog bodies," the Tollund Man was discovered with a noose around his neck, leading researchers to conclude he'd been a victim of human sacrifice.

By Hannah Reilly Holtz March 10, 2024