Sunday, 23 February 2025

Tag: archaeology

Byzantine Bridge: Strong Against Earthquakes, Vulnerable to Looters

Byzantine Bridge: Strong Against Earthquakes, Vulnerable to Looters

A historic, single-arched bridge, believed to date back to the Byzantine era, located in Erbaa district of Tokat, northeastern Turkey, has withstood the test of time and earthquakes, but has fallen victim to treasure hunters. The Yer Köprü, still in use by the local community, is renowned for its resilience. However, the relentless pursuit of

9,000-Year-Old Rock Art Suggests Humans Encountered Dinosaur Footprints

9,000-Year-Old Rock Art Suggests Humans Encountered Dinosaur Footprints

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