Ancient history, a mirror of old tradition and culture. On this page, I keep on adding interesting facts about ancient civilizations. I have always been curious to learn about ancient history and the past. I am slowly learning about a few ancient civilizations. Whenever I find something interesting to share, I write an article for the same.
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Archaeological Sites
- Prehistoric Archaeological Site Of Arctic Region – Zokhov Island
Recently research team of Russia has studied the Zhokhov site which is located in the high-latitude Arctic. Researchers discovered the remains of an ancient people here, the Zhokhov site, considered the earliest evidence for human habitation in the High Arctic. - Why Construction of These Pyramids Remained Unfinished? Nobody KnowsThe construction of these four pyramids started 4500 years before but never completed. Why these pyramids were created and why they remained unfinished? Nobody knows
- Exceptional Facts About the Seals of Tutankhamun’s TombTutankhamun’s tomb was one of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century. Once forgotten but in the 20th century, Tutankhamun became the most beloved Pharaoh. Howard Carter discovered it in 1922 underneath the remains of workmen’s huts built during the Ramesside Period. Known as KV62 is the standard Egyptological designation for the tomb of the young pharaoh Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings, now renowned for the wealth of valuable antiquities that it contains.
- Greek Lost City Pompeii’s Amazing 7 You Always Wanted to KnowPompeii’s a ancient Greek city destroyed in volcanic eruption top 7 archaeological discoveries which everyone always wanted to know.
- An Ancient Hidden City Found Accidentally – Derinkuyu Underground CityDerinkuyu Underground City is an ancient multilevel underground city in the Derinkuyu district in Nevsehir Province, Turkey. The biggest and deepest underground city in the Cappadocia region carved from pliable volcanic ash rock called tuff.
- How did Goddess Athena Look like with 200 Pounds of Gold in the Temple Parthenon?The 2500 years old ancient temple of Goddess Athena which was demolished and converted so many times by the foreign invaders in the past. But today, it is still standing tall with its original identity. Yes, It is the Parthenon in Acropolis Athens, Greece.
- Exciting Discovery In the Field of Cave and Rock Art From 2011 to 2020Exciting Discovery In the Field of Cave and Rock Art From 2011 to 2020 from different parts of the world and continents which he’s modern human to learn more about early humans
- 5 Top Archaeological Sites of SiberiaThese 5 archaeological sites in Siberia is must to know because Siberia has been a home of several archaeologically distinct cultures.
- Random Images or Genuine Astrology? Prehistoric Cave ArtPrehistoric cave art is not simply depictions of wild animals. Instead, the animal symbols represent star constellations in the night sky.
- The Lost City of Ancient Afghanistan, Mundigak 5th-2nd Millennia BCMundigak was a large prehistoric town with an important cultural sequence from the 5th–2nd millennia BC. The mound was nine meters tall at the time of excavation.
- Why You Should Know About Archaeological Excavation at Dwarka?The importance of the legendary city of Dwarka believed to have been founded by Lord Krishna, and subsequently swallowed by the sea about 5,000 years ago according to scholars and scriptures, has been realized by historians, archaeologists, and oceanographers.
- X-Ray Style Prehistoric Lost Rock ArtX-ray style art is a prehistoric rock art depicting animals by drawing or painting the skeletal frame and internal organs.
- This Greek God Has Been Guarding The Delos For Over Two MillenniaHow the visitors would have felt when sailing towards the Delos island and when they saw a great statue of the God Apollo who was guarding the island.
- Have You Heard About Etruscan Tombs Decorated with Frescos?Etruscan tombs are the largest documentation of pictorial art, and they are the sole evidence of Etruscan’s life, customs, and mythology.
- Worth to Know about these Beautiful Castles of Rhone Alpes, FranceMy visit to nearby castles of La Cote Saint Andre, France during my stay. I have listed four castles which I like most. Worth knowing about these castles
- Top 10 Oldest Archeological SitesTop 10 oldest archeological sites aging 10000 BC – 3000 BC
- Akrotiri Wall Painting. A Complete GalleryAkrotiri – Young Adorant Carrying Fish – West Side Room Akrotiri Naval Engagement Akrotiri Naval Festival Akrotiri Left Town Right Town Akrotiri – Hunting in a River Akrotiri Priestess Akrotiri Captain’s Cabin Akrotiri – Woman Standing in Balcony with Horns of Consecration Akrotiri – Youth Leading an Animal to Sacrifice Akrotiri – Procession of Youth …
- A Bronze Age Site Buried Under the Ash – Akrotiri (Santorini)A Bronze Age settlement was founded mid-fifth millennium BC (before 5000 bc) Buried Under the Ash – Akrotiri (Santorini). The small Neolithic village grew gradually and during the early Bronze age (3rd Millenium BC) developed into the Porto-urban center.
- A Bronze Age Settlement – Akrotiri [Complete Gallery]Akrotiri Site Map Akrotiri Site Map Akrotiri Water Supply Akrotiri Wall Painting. A Complete Gallery A Bronze Age settlement was founded mid-fifth millennium BC (before 5000 bc) Buried Under the Ash – Akrotiri (Santorini) Akrotiri Sewerage System Akrotiri Xeste – 4 Akrotiri Double Horn Square Pithai Store Room Akrotiri House of the Ladies Akrotiri West …
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- Once a Wealthy City Now a Home of Only 14 People. The Delos IslandSmall, rocky island, no more than 5 km long and 1.300 meters. The elite was the most sacred place for the ancient Greeks, because Apollo and Artemis, the two most important gods of the Greek Pantheon were born there
Clay Tablets
- Why This 5000 Years Old Payslip Will Leave You Astonished? | MesopotamiaInscribed with the Cuneiform script this 3300 B.C became the Oldest Payslip in the world which recorded the assigned beer to every worker.
- 3 Most Important Law Codes of Ancient MesopotamiaAncient Mesopotamian law codes of Ur Nammu, Lipit Ishtar, and Hammurabi are the foundation of many law codes of the modern world.
- Why It is Worth to Know About These Ancient Libraries?These ancient libraries which belong to different civilization and different timeline which has a different method to write and even different material used to write.
- Fascinate about Sumerian Clay Tablets? Read These Clay TabletsSumerian Clay Tablets are proof of ancient civilization’s strength and capabilities. After discovering clay tablet we started gathering true information about ancient civilization.
- These 5 Clay Tablet Presents Sumerian Mathematical StrengthSumerian culture were so rich in mathematics so there is strong chance that modern mathematics has evolve from these ancient mathematics system.
- You will be Amazed by Knowing the Schooling Tablet of Ancient MesopotamiaIt is very amazing to know that ancient Sumerian people had a well-established schooling system and ample record in terms of clay tablets has been discovered
- A 4000 Years Old Sumerian Tablet – Oldest Proof of Literary CatalogLiterary Catalog clay tablet is a great example of “Need as the mother of invention”. By 2000 B.C Sumerian people wrote so many tablets that were difficult to maintain.
- How Cuneiform Script was Deciphered? The Answer is Behistun InscriptionThe key to the decipherment of the Egyptian hieroglyphics was given by the Rosetta Stone. In the case of the cuneiform languages, travelers had noticed a number of inscriptions sculptured on rocks in Persia which is called Behistun Inscription
- You will be Surprised by Knowing the Visa process in MesopotamiaText on clay tablets took information about myths, fables, essays, hymns, proverbs, epic poetry, laws, plants, and business. The authenticity between trade was also managed through tablets and cuneiform. You will be Surprised by Knowing the Visa process in Mesopotamia
- How Was Authenticity Maintained Between Trades in Ancient Mesopotamia?A bulla is a sphere shaped clay object which was used to carry clay tokens of the commercial trades to maintain the authenticity of the trade.
- The Oldest Known Customer Complaint Found on Mesopotamia’s Clay Tablet [1750 BC]Clay tablets are the archive of the ancient history of Mesopotamia. Probably the very first customer complaint of ancient times
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Egyptian Stele and Mummies
- Craziest Way to Treat Hair Loss in Ancient Egypt | Ebers Papyrus | Oldest RemedyThe papyrus was written in about 1500 BC, but it is believed to have been copied from earlier texts. The Ebers Papyrus is a 110-page scroll, which is about 20 meters long and written in hieratic Egyptian writing and represents the most extensive and best-preserved record of ancient Egyptian medicine known. The scroll contains some 700 magical formulas and folk remedies and contains one full dedicated chapter for hair-related problems.
- Tales of the Magicians | Westcar Papyrus | Ancient Tales of Wisdom | 1800 B.CThe Westcar Papyrus is an ancient Egyptian text containing five stories about miracles performed by priests and magicians. In the papyrus text, each of these tales was told at the royal court of king Khufu by his sons.
- 5 Amazing Facts about Ancient Sundials and ClocksWhy there are 24 hours in a day and 60 minutes in an hour? Do you know who invented the first ever alarm clock? Do you know how in ancient Egypt people were measuring time at night? Where is the biggest clock located? And which is the oldest known clock ever? You can find all answers here in this article.
- Astonishing 4500-Year-Old records of the Stones Transportation of the Pyramids of GizaAstonishing 4500 Years Old Merer’s Record of Stone Transportation of Giza Pyramids is the biggest archaeological discovery in the 21st century. The day to day activity records of ancient Egyptian inspector Merer became the solid proof of stone transportation to the Giza pyramid.
- Why Construction of These Pyramids Remained Unfinished? Nobody KnowsThe construction of these four pyramids started 4500 years before but never completed. Why these pyramids were created and why they remained unfinished? Nobody knows
- Exceptional Facts About the Seals of Tutankhamun’s TombTutankhamun’s tomb was one of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century. Once forgotten but in the 20th century, Tutankhamun became the most beloved Pharaoh. Howard Carter discovered it in 1922 underneath the remains of workmen’s huts built during the Ramesside Period. Known as KV62 is the standard Egyptological designation for the tomb of the young pharaoh Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings, now renowned for the wealth of valuable antiquities that it contains.
- How Cardinal Directions were Identified in the Ancient World?How cardinal directions were identified in ancient times in different culture? Why there are only four directions? There are so many questions for those you can find answer here.
- Ever Wondered What Equipment Were Used to Create Makeup in Ancient Egypt?These ancient Egyptian cosmetic palettes are archaeological artifacts, originally used in predynastic Egypt to grind and apply ingredients for facial or body cosmetics.
- 3600-Year-Old JURIDICAL STELE: Oldest Proof of Administrative Event of Ancient EgyptVery important stele was discovered in Karnak temple of Egypt which explains one of the administrative processes of ancient Egypt.
- 3300-year-old Stele Reveals Well Drilling Event In Egypt’s Desert3300 year old Stele revealed the drilling of a well in Egypt’s desert by Ramses II to begin the water supply in the middle of the desert.
- Learn About the Mummy of Influential Prophetess of AntinoopolisThe mummy of the influential prophetess of Antinopolis 620 AD was discovered in 1907 in a Coptic necropolis of Middle Egypt accompanied by remarkable funeral furniture while she was resting in a wooden coffin.
Ancient Scripture
- Do You Know the Vedic Hybrid Legend of Narasimha?Lion-man of the Hohlenstein-Stadel and the legend of Narasimha shows a few similarities which gives us hint to explore more on Vedic legend Narasimha.
- Have You Ever Wondered Why Sanskrit was Actually Invented?The invention of Sanskrit was not just a coincidence. It was invented for a specific purpose. A language has once forgotten by the majority now started becoming a favorite due to the benefits which it provides. It has become the subject of many new research.
- Shiva Tandavजटा टवी गलज्जलप्रवाह पावितस्थले गलेऽव लम्ब्यलम्बितां भुजंगतुंग मालिकाम्। डमड्डमड्डमड्डमन्निनाद वड्डमर्वयं चकारचण्डताण्डवं तनोतु नः शिव: शिवम् ॥१॥ जटाकटा हसंभ्रम भ्रमन्निलिंपनिर्झरी विलोलवीचिवल्लरी विराजमानमूर्धनि। धगद्धगद्धगज्ज्वल ल्ललाटपट्टपावके किशोरचंद्रशेखरे रतिः प्रतिक्षणं मम: ॥२॥ धराधरेंद्रनंदिनी विलासबन्धुबन्धुर स्फुरद्दिगंतसंतति प्रमोद मानमानसे। कृपाकटाक्षधोरणी निरुद्धदुर्धरापदि क्वचिद्विगम्बरे मनोविनोदमेतु वस्तुनि ॥३॥ जटाभुजंगपिंगल स्फुरत्फणामणिप्रभा कदंबकुंकुमद्रव प्रलिप्तदिग्व धूमुखे। मदांधसिंधु रस्फुरत्वगुत्तरीयमेदुरे मनोविनोदद्भुतं बिंभर्तुभूत भर्तरि ॥४॥ सहस्रलोचन प्रभृत्यशेषलेखशेखर प्रसूनधूलिधोरणी विधूसरां घ्रिपीठभूः। …
- 10 Interesting Facts About Ancient India – Records of Greek Ambassador 300 B.CThe records of Megasthene’s book Indika is the key to learn about ancient India and culture which explains the Indian geography, land, rivers, harvesting, people, religion, Mythology, and animals.
- Dating of Mahabharata war by Astronomy, Archaeology, and InscriptionsThe Mahabharata war is an important event in Vedic culture but due to lack of evidence, it becomes a mythological war. Aihole is one ancient inscription that tells us the exact date if the Mahabharata war.
- Interesting Fact I Bet You Never Knew About Ancient Flying MachineVymaanika Shastra is an ancient Indian scripture which covers topic like “definition of an airplane, a pilot, aerial routes, food, clothing, metals, metal production, mirrors and their uses in wars
- Climatic and Land Changes Suggested by The Ancient MapsThe ancient flood may be the mythological story but climate and land changes proof suggested by the ancient maps are indicating that event likely happened.
- Why is the Universe Creation Myth Almost the Same in Every Civilization?It is the all-time favorite question. Why almost all civilization share the same kind of information? Why the scriptures from different civilization has almost same kind of information.
- The hidden secret on Antarctica Revealed by Piri Reis MapWe were told lie about Antarctica. Hidden secret revealed by the Piri Reis map. An old map which claims to have Antarctica on the map before the discovery
Cross Civilization Study
- How Cardinal Directions were Identified in the Ancient World?How cardinal directions were identified in ancient times in different culture? Why there are only four directions? There are so many questions for those you can find answer here.
- Why It is Worth to Know About These Ancient Libraries?These ancient libraries which belong to different civilization and different timeline which has a different method to write and even different material used to write.
- We were Always Wrong About the Origin of the Pythagoras TheoremPythagoras theorem is one of the most famous mathematical theorem. It evolved from egyptian version to greek version in 2000 years.
- Why is the Universe Creation Myth Almost the Same in Every Civilization?It is the all-time favorite question. Why almost all civilization share the same kind of information? Why the scriptures from different civilization has almost same kind of information.
- The Goddess of Upper Paleolithic Period [50,000 to 10,000 BP]A Venus figurine (Venus statuette) is Upper Paleolithic statuette portraying a woman. Most of them have small heads, wide hips, and legs that taper to a point. Most of them date from the Gravettian period (26,000–21,000 years ago) and have been unearthed in Europe, but others have been found as far away as Siberia, extending …
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- Mystery or Myth – A Universal CatastropheOur planet witnessed one catastrophic event in ancient time when whole earth was flooded with water which vanished whole humanity except few human being who was blessed and guided by GOD
Lost City
- Greek Lost City Pompeii’s Amazing 7 You Always Wanted to KnowPompeii’s a ancient Greek city destroyed in volcanic eruption top 7 archaeological discoveries which everyone always wanted to know.
- An Ancient Hidden City Found Accidentally – Derinkuyu Underground CityDerinkuyu Underground City is an ancient multilevel underground city in the Derinkuyu district in Nevsehir Province, Turkey. The biggest and deepest underground city in the Cappadocia region carved from pliable volcanic ash rock called tuff.
- BabylonBabylon was a key kingdom in ancient Mesopotamia from the 18th to the 6th centuries BC.
- Indus Valley CivilizationThe Indus Valley Civilisation (IVC) was a Bronze Age civilization in the northwestern regions of South Asia, lasting from 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE, and in its mature form from 2600 BCE to 1900 BCE.
- A Bronze Age Site Buried Under the Ash – Akrotiri (Santorini)A Bronze Age settlement was founded mid-fifth millennium BC (before 5000 bc) Buried Under the Ash – Akrotiri (Santorini). The small Neolithic village grew gradually and during the early Bronze age (3rd Millenium BC) developed into the Porto-urban center.
- Once a Wealthy City Now a Home of Only 14 People. The Delos IslandSmall, rocky island, no more than 5 km long and 1.300 meters. The elite was the most sacred place for the ancient Greeks, because Apollo and Artemis, the two most important gods of the Greek Pantheon were born there
- The City of Love which Lost in Time – The AntinopolisAl-Sheikh Ibada is the name of the modern village which witnessed a magnificent love story of Emperor Hadrian and Antinous in 130 AD
- Ancient Indian City Found Deep Under Sea – The DwarkaDwarka is one of ancient Indian city which was established by Lord Krishna which was submerged under sea in ancient time.
Lost Temples
- KRISHNA JANMASTHAN as well Converted to Mosque. A Bitter TruthKRISHNA JANM BHUMI, that sustained numerous destructive attacks from invading Muslim armies since the twelfth century but Aurangzeb converted to Mosque.
- Do You Know Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga as well was Converted to Mosque?It is very unfortunate to know that a great pilgrimage for Hindus, Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga as well was demolished and converted into a mosque.
- A Saraswati Temple – Converted into a Mosque by Muslim InvadersA Sanskrit college with a temple of Saraswati within it, it was converted into a mosque by Qutb-ud-Din-Aibak, on the orders of Muhammad Ghori, in 1192 CE.
- Vishnu-Hari Inscription which Played an Important Role in the Ayodhya VerdictVishnu-Hari Inscription a 12th-century Sanskrit inscription with 20 lines which Played an Important Role in the Ayodhya Verdict.
- Temples of Kafir Kot. Lost Hindu Temple in Time [Part – 1]Kafir Kot is the ancient ruins of one of the Hindu temples located in Punjab, Pakistan along the Indus River and in the Salt Range mountains.
Magic of Vedas
- Do You Know the Vedic Hybrid Legend of Narasimha?Lion-man of the Hohlenstein-Stadel and the legend of Narasimha shows a few similarities which gives us hint to explore more on Vedic legend Narasimha.
- Ancient Hindu Symbol Swastika Present Everywhere in the WorldThe swastika is an ancient symbol that symbolizes peace and harmony and has been in use in various civilizations for more than 15000 years. It has been flourished in multiple civilizations throughout time, and it has also been found in many ancient artifacts in various archaeological excavations.
- Have You Ever Wondered Why Sanskrit was Actually Invented?The invention of Sanskrit was not just a coincidence. It was invented for a specific purpose. A language has once forgotten by the majority now started becoming a favorite due to the benefits which it provides. It has become the subject of many new research.
- Genetic Engineering in Vedic Period? Interesting Facts From ManusmritiWho created the first DNA? How was the first DNA created? Ancient Indian scripture “Manusmriti” might contain the answers for this if we try to connect with modern research.
- Ancient Indian Mathematician Baudhayana’s Theorems and Practical UsageThree of the more mathematically important Sulbasutras were the ones recorded by Baudhayana, Apastamba, and Katyayana. It is difficult to assign firm dates to these three texts. All we can say is that the earliest of them, the one composed by Baudhayana, was probably first recorded between 800 and 500 B.C and that the other two were recorded one or two centuries later.
- Battle of Ten Kings: Dasharagya Yuddha from Rigveda [11500 B.C]Dasharagya Yuddha or the Battle of Ten Kings is a Vedic Period battle that fought between King Sudas and his Ten opponents near the river Parusni to re-established the Dharma.
- Do You Believe that Vedas were Heard of Seen? Proof from RigvedaVedas were Seen and proof for this already present on Rigveda. Question is how some verses and hymns can be seen, whereas, they were not written anywhere.
- Why Only Thirty-Three GOD’s Mentioned in Rigveda? No Answer FoundIt is believed that there are 330 million of GOD in the Hindu religion. But what is the fact behind it? Is it a true number of result of some mistake happened during the interpretation of the ancient scripture
- RigVeda Deity – AgniHindu, Greek (Greek), Roman, Parsi, etc. castes are the branches of the Aryan race, and fire worship was prevalent in all these and many still exist. The deity from the opinion of the Greeks, who had stolen the first fire from heaven – for the good of man – was named Prometheus or Pramantha (Sanskrit). …
- RigVeda Deity – Ashwin Kumar’sThere are many mantras in the Rigveda regarding the Ashvinikumaras like Indra, Agni, and Soma. Who were they? They are light and dark by Max Müller’s opinion. They were a famous man by Goldstucker’s opinion. Castor and Pollock are gods in Greece like these. Just as Tshishtha’s daughter Saranya gave birth to Ashvidhaya in the …
- The Hymn 9.33.6 of Rigveda Dating Rig Veda ~50000 BPHymns 9.33.6 of Rig Veda is able to date Rig Veda for more than 50000 years. The phenomenon which is mentioned in this verse
- This is the Easiest Way to Explore Rigveda Till NowYou fill find this is the easiest way to explore the Rigveda. All the Rigveda hymns in Hindi and English in one place and just a one search away.
- Do you know? How and when Vedas Transferred to Humans?Vedas is the true source of knowledge whether it is about Universe creation, Earth Creation or Human creation and evolution. But at which phase of creation or when this knowledge was transferred to humanity.
- Evidence of Ancient Life in the Arctic Region by Science and Old ScripturesHow Science and Mythology come together and explain the human presence in the Arctic region in ancient time, when the certain astrological phenomenon occurred which made Poles temperature more mild and moderate and favorable for life
- How the Earth Was Made? Evidence from Hindu Scripture VedasHindu ancient scripture Vedas are a true source of knowledge. It has information about the formation of the universe to the formation to earth to formation of humans. Most of the time knowledge in Vedas is underestimated and humans are continuously re-discovering the cycle.
Top 10
- Ancient Hindu Symbol Swastika Present Everywhere in the WorldThe swastika is an ancient symbol that symbolizes peace and harmony and has been in use in various civilizations for more than 15000 years. It has been flourished in multiple civilizations throughout time, and it has also been found in many ancient artifacts in various archaeological excavations.
- These 5000 Years Old Ancient Games Still Favorite of ManyThese most favorite ancient games of kings at their times belong to 5000-year-old generations and people still loved to play these games.
- These 10 Most Famous Marble Statues Will Surprise You By Their StoryThe masterpiece of human art captured each and every facial and human expression in such a way that these sculptures became so lively.
- Top 8 Oldest Archeological Artifact Found in Russia and UkraineHere are 8 top oldest artifacts found in Russia which will let us understand more about Russian culture.
- Why It is Worth to Know About These Ancient Libraries?These ancient libraries which belong to different civilization and different timeline which has a different method to write and even different material used to write.
- Tombs of the Top 5 Persian KingsThe remains of royal tombs of great Persian kings which are present in Gur-e-Dokhtar, Persepolis, and Naqsh-e-Rostam are enough to tell the greatness of Persian kings.
- You will Rarely Find Results in Google Search for these Indus Valley ArtifactsSome of the artworks are very famous such as Indus Valley Pashupati seal, the Priest king, the dancing girl, etc. But still, some important and beautiful artifacts have missed the attention.
- Do You Want to Know About the 2800 Years Old Kiss of Hasanlu LoversLove of these ancient time lovers is immortal which can give you love goals. It makes our faith strong in love.
- It Is Difficult to Ignore the Beauty of These Ancient VesselsOur ancestors made these beautiful artifacts for long durability . I bet you cannot ignore the beauty of these ancient ten vessels.
- Time Capsules of History-Ancient Seals and StampsBy looking into ancient seals and stamps we can understand that security and authenticity were the concern in ancient times as well. Kingdom and individuals were equally aware of their reputation.
Ancient Artifacts
- These 5 Mysterious Out of the Place Artifacts are UnexplainableWe are going to see 5 mysterious out of the place objects which is not at all explainable. Why they exist and how there existence is possible with reference to the human history. The history and evolution of human race we know if which thee artefacts doesn’t fit
- 5 Amazing Facts about Ancient Sundials and ClocksWhy there are 24 hours in a day and 60 minutes in an hour? Do you know who invented the first ever alarm clock? Do you know how in ancient Egypt people were measuring time at night? Where is the biggest clock located? And which is the oldest known clock ever? You can find all answers here in this article.
- Astonishing 4500-Year-Old records of the Stones Transportation of the Pyramids of GizaAstonishing 4500 Years Old Merer’s Record of Stone Transportation of Giza Pyramids is the biggest archaeological discovery in the 21st century. The day to day activity records of ancient Egyptian inspector Merer became the solid proof of stone transportation to the Giza pyramid.
- Why Construction of These Pyramids Remained Unfinished? Nobody KnowsThe construction of these four pyramids started 4500 years before but never completed. Why these pyramids were created and why they remained unfinished? Nobody knows
- Was It Ancestors Magical Spiritual Map? Shigir Idol 9500 B.CShigir Idol, a 11500 years old wooden structure has a total of 7 faces drawn on it with so many other drawings. Some are depicting it as the oldest record of writing which yet to decode. Don’t forget to check the 3D video if Shigir Idol
- Exceptional Facts About the Seals of Tutankhamun’s TombTutankhamun’s tomb was one of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century. Once forgotten but in the 20th century, Tutankhamun became the most beloved Pharaoh. Howard Carter discovered it in 1922 underneath the remains of workmen’s huts built during the Ramesside Period. Known as KV62 is the standard Egyptological designation for the tomb of the young pharaoh Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings, now renowned for the wealth of valuable antiquities that it contains.
- This Venus has an Exceptional Representation of Prehistoric Human FaceThe exceptional prehistoric statue of Venus of Brassempouy is the oldest realistic representation of the human face which is more than 20000 years old.
- These 5000 Years Old Ancient Games Still Favorite of ManyThese most favorite ancient games of kings at their times belong to 5000-year-old generations and people still loved to play these games.
- Top 8 Oldest Archeological Artifact Found in Russia and UkraineHere are 8 top oldest artifacts found in Russia which will let us understand more about Russian culture.
- Ever Wondered What Equipment Were Used to Create Makeup in Ancient Egypt?These ancient Egyptian cosmetic palettes are archaeological artifacts, originally used in predynastic Egypt to grind and apply ingredients for facial or body cosmetics.
- Bronze Age Rare Ceremonial Dirks. Why Crafted Only Five? No One KnowsThe most remarkable piece of the treasure is a bronze ceremonial dirk of exceptional workmanship. But why crafted only five, this is unknown to everyone.
- Really Wonderful to Know Ancient Art of AfghanistanIt is really wonderful to know how the artist could draw so minute details in the figures which were inspired and association of multiple cultures
- Learn the Untold Secrets of Gold Hats of Bronze AgeIt is the right time to learn the purpose of these bronze age gold hats dated back to 1000 BC. Come and reveal the untold secret of these golden hats.
- These Forgotten Ancient Burial Rituals are Worth to KnowBurial or interment is a method of final disposition wherein a dead person or animal is placed into the ground, sometimes with objects
- Time Capsules of History-Ancient Seals and StampsBy looking into ancient seals and stamps we can understand that security and authenticity were the concern in ancient times as well. Kingdom and individuals were equally aware of their reputation.
Amazing Facts
- These 5 Mysterious Out of the Place Artifacts are UnexplainableWe are going to see 5 mysterious out of the place objects which is not at all explainable. Why they exist and how there existence is possible with reference to the human history. The history and evolution of human race we know if which thee artefacts doesn’t fit
- Why Construction of These Pyramids Remained Unfinished? Nobody KnowsThe construction of these four pyramids started 4500 years before but never completed. Why these pyramids were created and why they remained unfinished? Nobody knows
- Was It Ancestors Magical Spiritual Map? Shigir Idol 9500 B.CShigir Idol, a 11500 years old wooden structure has a total of 7 faces drawn on it with so many other drawings. Some are depicting it as the oldest record of writing which yet to decode. Don’t forget to check the 3D video if Shigir Idol
- Exceptional Facts About the Seals of Tutankhamun’s TombTutankhamun’s tomb was one of the greatest discoveries of the 20th century. Once forgotten but in the 20th century, Tutankhamun became the most beloved Pharaoh. Howard Carter discovered it in 1922 underneath the remains of workmen’s huts built during the Ramesside Period. Known as KV62 is the standard Egyptological designation for the tomb of the young pharaoh Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings, now renowned for the wealth of valuable antiquities that it contains.
- This Venus has an Exceptional Representation of Prehistoric Human FaceThe exceptional prehistoric statue of Venus of Brassempouy is the oldest realistic representation of the human face which is more than 20000 years old.
- How Cardinal Directions were Identified in the Ancient World?How cardinal directions were identified in ancient times in different culture? Why there are only four directions? There are so many questions for those you can find answer here.
- Ancient Hindu Symbol Swastika Present Everywhere in the WorldThe swastika is an ancient symbol that symbolizes peace and harmony and has been in use in various civilizations for more than 15000 years. It has been flourished in multiple civilizations throughout time, and it has also been found in many ancient artifacts in various archaeological excavations.
- TAŞKALE TAHIL AMBARLARI The Oldest Grain WarehousesTAŞKALE TAHIL AMBARLARI oldest granaries were made as a shelter for the first inhabitants but later they started using them as grain storage. Now this place became one of kind in the world and now attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.
- Genetic Engineering in Vedic Period? Interesting Facts From ManusmritiWho created the first DNA? How was the first DNA created? Ancient Indian scripture “Manusmriti” might contain the answers for this if we try to connect with modern research.
- These 10 Most Famous Marble Statues Will Surprise You By Their StoryThe masterpiece of human art captured each and every facial and human expression in such a way that these sculptures became so lively.
- Greek Lost City Pompeii’s Amazing 7 You Always Wanted to KnowPompeii’s a ancient Greek city destroyed in volcanic eruption top 7 archaeological discoveries which everyone always wanted to know.
- An Ancient Hidden City Found Accidentally – Derinkuyu Underground CityDerinkuyu Underground City is an ancient multilevel underground city in the Derinkuyu district in Nevsehir Province, Turkey. The biggest and deepest underground city in the Cappadocia region carved from pliable volcanic ash rock called tuff.
- Gold Digger Ants of India From the Records of Historian MegasthenesAs per Megasthenes records, giant ants were so big in shape that one could compare with wild foxes. Their speed was amazing that perhaps they could catch hold of running man.
- Inscription in This Fort Probably Contains the Oldest Record of Zero.The Gwalior fort which was very strategically very important is well known for its strength and beauty. It is also known as Gibraltar of India.
- Do you know? Which are the oldest tree on earth?The tree is a very important part of our life. It is very strange to think that how our world will be without trees. Scientifically, life without a tree cannot be imagined, but on an emotional level as well, life is impossible without trees. Before we talk about the oldest trees in the world, Let’s …
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- GOD Signs – The Nazca LinesNazca Lines can be true example of GOD signs on earth. These big design in the Peru desert hiding many secret which can reveal the Unknown
- Do you know? Indian parliament followed which Indian temple designAn Indian Temple with Marvelous art that it design might be used to build Indian parliament. Beautiful Indian Temple. Old and historic Indian Temple
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