Seven-Fortress Alamut Network Nominated for UNESCO World Heritage Status
Iran has nominated the Cultural Landscape of Alamut and its related fortifications for UNESCO World Heritage status, seeking international recognition for one of the most…
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Historic Mihrab Discovered at Pasargadae Caravanserai in Iran
A historic mihrab has been identified during restoration work at a caravanserai within Pasargadae, the UNESCO-listed archaeological site that once served as the first capital…
A Building Older Than Hadrian’s Villa Has Been Found at Villa Adriana
Archaeologists working at Villa Adriana have uncovered a structure that may predate one of the Roman world’s most famous imperial residences. The newly identified underground…
A New Excavation Area at Göbeklitepe to Open for Visitors: Neolithic Sculptures Reveal New Layers of History
A new excavation area at Göbeklitepe, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List and known as the “zero point of history,” is preparing to open…
4,500-Year-Old Gold Brooch and Jade Stone Unearthed in Ancient Troy Rewrite Bronze Age Timeline
The ancient city of Troy, legendary stage of Homer’s Iliad, has once again reshaped our understanding of early civilization. Archaeologists working at the UNESCO World…
12,000-Year-Old Human Statue Found at Göbeklitepe Redefines Neolithic Beliefs
Archaeologists at Göbeklitepe, the world’s oldest known temple complex in southeastern Turkey, have uncovered a striking 12,000-year-old human statue embedded within a wall. The discovery…
9,500-Year-Old “Red-Floored Public Building” Unearthed at Çayönü Tepesi in Turkey
Archaeologists have uncovered a 9,500-year-old public building with a striking red-painted floor at Çayönü Tepesi, one of the world’s most significant Neolithic settlements, located in…
Unearthed Wonder: Newly Discovered Domus de Janas Tombs Illuminate Sardinia’s Prehistoric Genius
In a stunning archaeological breakthrough, three newly uncovered tombs have expanded one of the Mediterranean’s most culturally significant prehistoric burial sites—the necropolis of Sant’Andrea Priu…
Terracotta Army Damaged After Tourist Jumps Into Protected Display Area
A domestic tourist caused damage to two ancient statues in China’s iconic Terracotta Army exhibition after jumping into a restricted area, authorities confirmed on Friday.…