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The serene waters of Loch Achtily in the Scottish Highlands are preparing to host an extraordinary archaeological discovery in September 2025. Underwater archaeologists are setting out to uncover the mysteries of a man-made island, home to Scots during the Norman Conquest, by examining the remains of an ancient settlement known as a “crannog,” built over
A new study in Brazil provides evidence that humans living approximately 9,000 years ago interacted with dinosaur footprints. Researchers suggest that petroglyphs (rock carvings) etched into rock surfaces are closely associated with dinosaur footprints, indicating that early humans may have drawn inspiration from these traces. The Relationship Between Dinosaur Footprints and Petroglyphs The research was
Archaeological excavations at the Jebel Faya rock shelter in the Emirate of Sharjah have unearthed significant findings that shed light on human history. An international research team led by Knut Bretzke from Friedrich Schiller University Jena discovered stone blades dating back 80,000 years. This discovery marks the oldest known evidence of systematic stone tool production
The bronze head of Septimius Severus, the first Roman emperor of African descent, has been returned from Denmark to Turkey. This remarkable artifact will be displayed at the Antalya Museum. The repatriation of the bronze head is a significant milestone in Turkey’s recent efforts to reclaim historical treasures that have been looted abroad. In her
Dokkan-e Daud, also known as David’s Store, is a significant archaeological site located in the rugged landscapes of Kermanshah province in western Iran. This site serves as both a tomb and a relief, offering valuable insights into Zoroastrian religious practices. Situated twelve meters above the ground, Dokkan-e Daud features a wide entrance framed by two
Two metal detector users recently found a hoard of medieval coins from the 15th century on the Scottish border. Keith Young and Lisa Stephenson were in the Cappercleuch area when their detectors began to signal. They discovered a treasure they never expected. This hoard includes thirty gold and silver coins left in the area between
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 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,
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
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
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
