A new study shows the presence of rare meteoric iron in 2,700-year-old artifacts in Poland
Scientists have identified the presence of rare meteoric iron in artifacts discovered at two Iron Age burial sites near the city of Częstochowa in southern Poland. These significant findings are detailed in a study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science: Reports. The artifacts, excavated from burial sites dating back to 750-600 BC, belong to
Japanese archaeologists have discovered evidence in a 4,200-year-old Bronze Age stratum that could change the history of ironworking
Japanese archaeologists have uncovered significant evidence that could change the history of ironworking in a 4,200-year-old Bronze Age layer at the Kaman Kalehöyük excavation site in Central Anatolia. Kaman Kalehöyük is located 3 km east-northeast of Kaman District, northwest of the Kırşehir city center, and has revealed four distinct cultural layers from the Ottoman Period,
Archaeologists have discovered the long-lost tomb of King Thutmose II
The long-lost tomb of King Thutmose II has been discovered through a collaboration between the British Egyptian Archaeological Mission, the Supreme Council of Antiquities, and the Modern State Research Foundation. This exciting discovery was announced to the public by the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities in a Facebook post on February 18. After two
Eşrefoğlu Mosque is one of the rare monuments that has preserved its originality for 700 years
Beyşehir Eşrefoğlu Mosque is a stunning representation of Anatolian Seljuk architecture and stands out as one of the few structures in the region that has preserved its original form. This historical gem draws the attention of both local residents and international travelers alike. Dating back to the 14th century, the mosque showcases remarkable wooden craftsmanship
A business in Istanbul has transformed a 1500-year-old historical cistern into a thermal spa center
In Istanbul, a 1,500-year-old historical cistern next to the Hagia Sophia Mosque has been transformed into a spa center called Navitas Spa Cistern by a five-star hotel. During this transformation, a pool was added inside the historical cistern, and special massage rooms were created on the lower floors, raising concerns about the integrity of the
The mystery of the 3,500-year-old ash layer at Tepecik Mound in Turkey has been solved
In 2023, significant archaeological excavations at Tepecik Mound, located in the Çine district of Aydın, Turkey, uncovered a dense layer of ash that sparked intrigue among researchers. The unique color and composition of the ash led the research team to hypothesize a potential link to a volcanic eruption. To validate their hypothesis, they sent samples
Detectorists discover 2,000-year-old Roman sword while searching for WW2 relics
Members of the INVENTUM Association, a group of metal detector enthusiasts, made an astonishing discovery in Poland’s Kraków-Częstochowa Upland: a 2,000-year-old Roman sword. The find was made by Rafal Proszowski and Mariusz Lampa while they were searching for World War II relics in the dense forests of the Polish Jura. After reporting their findings to
Ancient Structures and Artifacts Dating Back 2,300 Years Discovered in Kuwait
A Kuwaiti-Italian archaeological mission team has uncovered significant structures, including a courtyard and a building from the Hellenistic period, dating back 2,300 years in the western part of the Al-Qurainiya area on Failaka Island. This discovery was announced in a press release by the Kuwait National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters (NCCAL). Mohammad bin
The Museum in Braniewo Received a Donation of a Rare Medieval Seal
Poland’s long-established Braniewo Museum recently enriched its collection with the acquisition of a rare 14th-century brass church seal. This well-preserved artifact is now on display in the museum’s main exhibition hall, attracting the attention of visitors. The seal features a Gothic inscription reading “+ S(igillum) ECC(lesia)E * BRUnSBERGEnSIS” along with an image of St. Catherine
The Gender of the Buried Ascetic Monk in Chains Near Jerusalem Surprised Researchers
A recent archaeological find near Jerusalem has prompted a reevaluation of long-held beliefs regarding ascetic practices during the Byzantine period. The discovery of a woman’s remains in a grave typically associated with male ascetics raises important questions about the roles of women in the extreme religious traditions of the 5th century AD. Initially believed to