Archeology

August 15, 2024

9,000-Year-Old Petroglyphs Reveal Early Humans Knew About Dinosaurs

Ancient peoples may not have known everything we now know about dinosaurs, but recent research indicates that they were interested in their remnants. Scientists have discovered ancient human rock carvings—petroglyphs—adjacent to dinosaur tracks in Northeast Brazil. Although these drawings were initially found at the site called Serrote do Letreiro in 1975, recent drone-assisted surveys have revealed additional petroglyphs.

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August 5, 2024

Underwater Archeologists Discover Ornate 2,000-Year-Old Mosaic Floor in Italy

Italy's archeological wonders aren't only buried underground, they're also under the sea. The partially submerged town of Baia, on the Gulf of Naples, proves this. Baia was built as a fashionable resort town for the wealthy that reached its peak at the end of the Roman Republic. Over time, due to volcanic activity, part of the city slipped underwater, taking all of its treasures with it.

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July 17, 2024

Oldest Wine Ever Discovered in Liquid Form Is Found in Spanish Tomb

A family in southwestern Spain started some renovations on their house back in 2019. They quickly happened upon a tomb that was part of the ancient Roman city Carmo's necropolis, or massive graveyard. This tomb had been covered up for millennia, and as a result remained undisturbed by looters. The artifacts that lay under modern-day Carmona date to the early first century CE and have included several astonishing finds.

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July 7, 2024

Over 900 Artifacts Recovered From Ming Dynasty Shipwreck

China's history is long and varied, encapsulating an evolving artistic, political, and territorial landscape. One period of famous artistic significance is the Ming Dynasty, which was named after the house of rulers who spanned the period from 1368 to 1644. During this period, China expanded its trade with other nations, sending many ships to India and beyond, especially as its classic blue and white porcelain became incredibly popular in Europe.

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