Archaeologists in Peru have unearthed more than 100 dog skeletons dating back approximately 1,000 years in the Parque de las Leyendas, Lima. These findings provide insight into the cultural and ritual significance of dogs in pre-Columbian Peru.
In a remarkable archaeological find that has captured the imagination of researchers and history enthusiasts alike, a copper alloy crown has been unearthed at a site that still adorns the skull of its former owner. Dating back to the Iron Age, roughly 250-150 BC, this discovery offers a rare glimpse into the lives and customs of ancient civilizations, shedding light on their artistic prowess, cultural practices and social hierarchies.
Recent archaeological excavations in Egypt have uncovered a startling revelation about the ancient mummy industry: the mummification of an estimated 70 million animals. This discovery sheds light on a dark aspect of ancient Egyptian practices and challenges our understanding of their relationship to the animal kingdom.
Throughout the annals of history, an enigmatic symbol, the Anunnaki bag, has surfaced on artifacts and relics from various ancient...
Researchers say extremely well-preserved bronze mummies discovered in the Taklamakan Desert in far western China were not travelers from the west, as previously thought, but part of an indigenous group descended from an ancient Ice Age population.
Recently, Daily Mail reported that the mummy of an Inuit family, including a six-month-old baby, was exhumed. These skeletons are estimated to date back approximately 500 years. Specifically, a family consisting of three sisters with three daughters and two sons was discovered in the abandoned area of Qilakitsoq, located on the Nuussuaq Peninsula near Uummannaq, Greenland.
Deep in the heart of Peru, amid the vestiges of a seeming civilization, lies a captivating relic that transcends time: a 1,700-year-old female mummy adorned with intricate tattoos. Preserved by the arid climate of the Nazca Desert, this remarkable testament to the past makes its home at the Maria Reiche Museum, where it serves as a captivating window into the epigmatic world of Nazca culture.
Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery at the ancient site of Huaca Huallamarca in Peru, unearthing a mummy they have dubbed the “Long-Haired Lady.” This enigmatic find has captivated researchers and the public alike, as it reveals important insights into the cultural and historical context of the region.
The Temple of Kom Ombo, located in Egypt, is not only a remarkable architectural wonder but also a testament to the advanced technological prowess of the ancient Egyptian civilization. Among its many features, the temple houses a well that functioned as a nilometer, a vital instrument for measuring the water levels of the Nile during the flood season.
In the late 18th century, the remains of eight human skeletons were found with stones placed in their mouths – something researchers believed locals had done to prevent the dead from returning to walk the Earth as zombies.