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First Major Iron Age Cemetery Discovered in the UAE, Dating Back 3,000 Years
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced a groundbreaking discovery in the Al Ain Region: the first major Iron Age cemetery in the UAE. Unearthed by the Archaeology Department of DCT Abu Dhabi’s Historic Environment Department, the approximately 3,000-year-old necropolis offers a fascinating glimpse into a previously unknown…
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Astonishing Kültepe Tablets: Some Everyday Turkish Words Date Back 4,500 Years!
Remarkable findings are emerging from the ongoing excavations at Kültepe-Kanesh-Karum, one of Turkey’s longest-running archaeological sites. Led by Prof. Fikri Kulakoğlu, the excavations of Assyrian cuneiform tablets dating back approximately 4,500 years have revealed traces of certain Turkish words commonly used today. Located on the Kayseri-Sivas highway, Kültepe has been shedding light on Anatolian history…
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Gümüşler Monastery: The Petra of Anatolia and the Enigmatic Smile of the Virgin Mary
Nestled within the mystical landscapes of Cappadocia lies a tale that transcends time: the Gümüşler Monastery. Often referred to as the “Petra of Anatolia” for its grandeur, this rock-carved structure captivates visitors not only with its stone walls and impressive frescoes but also with the secret held within the serene smile of the “Smiling Virgin…
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Tomb of Prince Waser-If-Re Unearthed in Saqqara
An archaeological mission, a collaborative effort between Egypt’s Supreme Council of Antiquities and the Zahi Hawass Foundation for Archaeology and Heritage led by the renowned Egyptologist Zahi Hawass, has discovered the tomb of Prince Waser-If-Re. Prince Waser-If-Re was the son of King Userkaf, who founded Egypt’s Fifth Dynasty. The tomb was found in the Saqqara…
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Archaeological Treasures Dating Back to the 4th Century BC Unearthed in King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Marking World Heritage Day on April 18th, the King Abdulaziz Royal Reserve Development Authority (KARRDA) proudly announced the significant discovery of archaeological sites within the southern Rawdat Al-Khafs area of the reserve. These remarkable findings, dating from the 4th century BC to the 1st century AD, offer a compelling glimpse into…
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1,700-Year-Old Roman Altar Unearthed at Vučak Castle in Kosovo
In the tranquil countryside of Kosovo, the Vučak Castle has revealed a secret hidden deep within its grounds. As announced by Prime Minister Albin Kurti, archaeological excavations at the fortress have brought to light an impressive Roman altar dating back to the 3rd century AD. This significant find was located within the outer walls of…
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First Mesolithic Human Figurine Found in Damjili Cave in 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…
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Spectacular Iron Age Artifacts Unearthed at Celtic Necropolis in Creuzier-le-Neuf, France
In the picturesque landscape of France, near the small town of Creuzier-le-Neuf, just six miles north of Vichy, the soil held secrets dating back millennia. A meticulous archaeological excavation conducted in 2022 has transformed this quiet locale into a significant center for Iron Age history. The extraordinary Celtic necropolis unearthed from the depths of the…
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The Steiermark Coat of Arms and Other Centuries-Old Inscriptions Discovered in Jerusalem’s Room of the Last Supper
An international research team, including the Austrian Academy of Sciences (ÖAW), has successfully deciphered centuries-old inscriptions in the room of the Last Supper in Jerusalem using digital photography. The findings, which include the coat of arms of the Steiermark family, shed new light on the diverse pilgrimages of the Middle Ages. One of Jerusalem‘s most…