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2,700-Year-Old Bronze Knives Discovered in Kazakhstan Shed Light on Early Saka Culture

2,700-Year-Old Bronze Knives Discovered in Kazakhstan Shed Light on Early Saka Culture

A team of archaeologists and students from Margulan University has made a groundbreaking discovery in Kazakhstan’s Pavlodar region: two rare bronze knives estimated to be over 2,700 years old. Found at the newly uncovered Toraygyr-7 burial site near the scenic Lake Toraygyr in Bayanaul National Park, the knives offer a unique glimpse into the advanced

3,000-Year-Old Lead-Free Eyeliner Discovered in Iran Reveals Ancient Cosmetic Innovation

3,000-Year-Old Lead-Free Eyeliner Discovered in Iran Reveals Ancient Cosmetic Innovation

Archaeologists in northwestern Iran have uncovered a groundbreaking 3,000-year-old eyeliner made from natural minerals—without any lead—offering rare insight into the beauty rituals and technological sophistication of Iron Age societies. In a remarkable discovery from the Iron Age III period (7th–9th centuries BCE), researchers have identified an entirely lead-free eyeliner formula in the Kani Koter cemetery,

The Phaistos Disc: An Unsolved Mystery at the Heart of Minoan Civilization

The Phaistos Disc: An Unsolved Mystery at the Heart of Minoan Civilization

Discovered over a century ago in the ruins of a Bronze Age palace on the island of Crete, the Phaistos Disc remains one of archaeology’s most intriguing enigmas. Etched with strange symbols arranged in a spiraling sequence, this small clay object continues to captivate researchers and enthusiasts alike with the promise of a lost language,

Ancient Tombs Dating Back Over 3,500 Years Discovered in Luxor, Egypt

Ancient Tombs Dating Back Over 3,500 Years Discovered in Luxor, Egypt

Archaeological excavations in the southern Egyptian city of Luxor have led to the discovery of three ancient tombs dating back to the New Kingdom period (circa 1550 BCE). Located in the Dra Abu el-Naga necropolis on the west bank of the Nile, the tombs are believed to belong to high-ranking officials who played significant roles

No Ancient Superhighway: Europe's Erdstall and the Reality of the Scotland-Türkiye Tunnel

No Ancient Superhighway: Europe’s Erdstall and the Reality of the Scotland-Türkiye Tunnel

The internet continues to buzz with the fascinating concept of a vast, prehistoric tunnel network stretching from the Scottish Highlands across the European continent to Türkiye. This intriguing narrative, often shared on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, conjures images of a sprawling ancient world hidden beneath our feet. However, a closer examination of

Damjili Cave

First Mesolithic Human Figurine Found in Damjili Cave, Azerbaijan

The first human figurine dating back to the Mesolithic period has been discovered in the Damjili Cave in Gazakh, as announced by Doctor of History Yagub Mammadov, the head of the Azerbaijani-Japanese Damjili International Archaeological Expedition affiliated with the Institute of Archeology and Anthropology of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS), in a statement

Roman Traces in the Heart of Germany: Surprising Discoveries in Delbrück-Bentfeld

Roman Traces in the Heart of Germany: Surprising Discoveries in Delbrück-Bentfeld

In the quiet countryside of northwestern Germany, archaeological excavations in Delbrück-Bentfeld have uncovered an unexpected Roman presence beyond the borders of the Roman Empire. This discovery reshapes our understanding of Roman influence in the region and illuminates the complex interaction between Roman settlers and local populations. Located on the banks of the Lippe River, approximately

Persepolis

Restoration Efforts Revitalize Ancient Majesty at Persepolis

Restoration work has resumed at key heritage sites within Persepolis, a UNESCO World Heritage site in southern Iran, following a pause during the Nowruz holidays. Projects are underway at the Apadana Palace, the rock-carved tomb of Artaxerxes III, and the southern inscription of the Terrace (Takhtgah), all remnants of the ancient Achaemenid Empire (c. 550–330

Cattle were domesticated not only in the Middle East but also in Africa, according to Polish archaeologists

Cattle were domesticated not only in the Middle East but also in Africa, according to Polish archaeologists

A new study conducted by Polish archaeologists reveals that the domestication of cattle was not limited to the Middle East, but also occurred independently in Africa. The examined animal bones indicate that cattle breeding began around 10,000 BC in the Central Nile Valley. These findings suggest that domestication processes took place in both regions during

Ancient Tomb Relief Depicting Lifelong Love Found in Porta Sarno Necropolis in Pompeii

Ancient Tomb Relief Depicting Lifelong Love Found in Porta Sarno Necropolis in Pompeii

A striking discovery illuminating the historical fabric of Pompeii has been made in the Porta Sarno necropolis. The “Investigating the Archaeology of Death in Pompeii” project, a collaboration between the Universitat de València and the Pompeii Archaeological Park, has unearthed an extraordinary tomb relief depicting a couple almost life-size. This find offers new insights into

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