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A team from the University of Bergen in Norway has revealed that women made a significant contribution to manuscript production during the Middle Ages. It was determined that at least 1.1% of the manuscripts copied by female scribes between 800 and 1626 AD, and likely exceeded a total of 110,000 texts. This estimate suggests that
In recent days, a swarm of earthquakes in the Aegean Sea has alarmed the residents of Santorini, leading to a rapid evacuation of the island, which has now transformed into a deserted landscape. Some seismologists suggest that this earthquake activity may be a precursor to a volcanic eruption. The recent seismic events brought to mind
The restoration of the ancient lighthouse in Patara, the capital of the Lycian League, has reached its final stage. Located near Kaş in Antalya, Patara was known in antiquity as the sacred center of the god Apollo. In 2020, officials declared the year as the ‘Year of Patara.’ Under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Havva
In a significant archaeological find, researchers uncovered ‘Devil’s Money’ at an early medieval site in Eastern Netherlands. This area likely served as a cultural hub. The discovery began in 2019 when metal detector enthusiasts found numerous ancient coins in a field. After seeing the coins, archaeologists, including Jan-Willem de Kort from the Netherlands Cultural Heritage
Recent research at the Rašaška (or Račeša) archaeological site in eastern Croatia has unveiled a grave with unusual burial practices. This grave, marked as 157, lies beneath the church floor along the southern wall. The findings reveal intriguing details about medieval beliefs surrounding death and the supernatural. Unusual Burial Practices The remains in Grave 157
International study examined the body tattooing traditions of pre-Columbian South America. The findings suggest that many ancient tattoos may surpass modern ones in quality. Researchers analyzed over 100 tattooed human remains from the Chancay culture, focusing on the “Dama de Cao,” a prominent figure from the Moche culture. They found that the finest lines likely
In a remarkable archaeological discovery, researchers have uncovered 1.5 million-year-old hand axes alongside seven important Paleolithic sites in Iraq’s Western Desert. This significant find was made by archaeologists from the Free University of Brussels (VUB) during an excavation covering a 10×20 kilometer area. Researcher Ella Egberts traveled to Iraq in November and December. Her goal
In the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire, Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul), Emperor Justinian I and his wife Theodora built the Small Hagia Sophia Poterne for security purposes on the sea side of the walls. This historical structure has an estimated history of approximately 1500 years. However, neglect and lack of maintenance have caused it to
In the summer of 2022, a team from the Tamil Nadu State Archaeology Department made a significant discovery in Sivagalai, located in the Tuticorin district. They uncovered 160 burial pots, which provide valuable insights into the region’s ancient history. While excavating in the A2 trench, archaeologists found bones, pottery shards, coal, and iron artifacts inside
A recently rediscovered fresco from the 13th century in Ferrara, Italy, reveals important insights into the use of Islamic tents in Christian churches. This fresco is the only surviving example of its kind and provides valuable evidence of lesser-known traditions in Christianity. Examination by Dr. Federica Gigante Dr. Federica Gigante, a historian from the University
In a remarkable discovery, experts have found at least 50 mummies belonging to the ancient Egyptian royal family. This includes princes, princesses, and infants. The mummies were unearthed in a collapsed tomb in the Valley of the Kings. Researchers analyzed hieratic inscriptions, a cursive form of hieroglyphics, and linked most mummies to two pharaohs: Thutmose
