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November 5, 2019

Pavilion Built for a King Sits Within Golden Cave in Thailand

Thailand is filled with spectacular scenery, but nothing is perhaps as magical as what's hidden within the Phraya Nakhon Cave. With a location that's not simple to access, it takes adventurous travelers to make their way to the cave. But, if the visit is timed just right, those who make it will be rewarded with a spectacular vision.

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October 31, 2019

5 Facts About Edgar Allan Poe – the Literary Master of the Macabre

No writer has captivated imaginations quite like Edgar Allan Poe.

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October 25, 2019

3,000-Year-Old Egyptian Mummies Found Inside 30 Well-Preserved Coffins

Egypt continues to dig up striking ancient artifacts, as demonstrated by the incredible discovery of thirty pristine wood coffins dating...

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October 9, 2019

Exploring the History and Highlights of London’s World-Renowned British Museum

For centuries, enthusiasts of art, archaeology, and everything in between have flocked to the British Museum. As the world's oldest's public national museum, the London-based institution has played a pivotal part in making human history accessible—a role it continues to fulfill with its impressive collection of over 8 million artifacts.

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October 9, 2019

This “Normal” Drinking Glass Is Actually an Ancient Greek Party Prank

If you didn't think the ancient Greeks had a sense of humor, this clever drinking cup might convince you.

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September 8, 2019

This Enormous 8th-Century Temple in India Was Carved From One Rock

Formed from a single block of excavated stone, Kailasa temple is considered one of the most impressive cave temples in...

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August 15, 2019

Artist Creates Amazing Sculptures of Real Humans Who Lived Thousands of Years Ago

From early neanderthals to modern day humans, we have come a long way from the dawn of civilization. People have not only developed emotionally and intellectually, but our facial structures have also changed over time. When you look in the mirror, the face you see is the result of millions of years of evolution.

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August 8, 2019

This Saharan Village Is Home to Thousands of Ancient Texts Preserved in Desert Libraries

Nestled in the Sahara, the medieval village of Chinguetti in Mauritania is an incredible jewel of Berber culture.

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July 16, 2019

UNESCO Announces 29 New World Heritage Sites Around the World

UNESCO has added 29 landmarks to its World Heritage List for 2019, bringing its total to 1,121 culturally significant sites.

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July 15, 2019

A Look at the Earliest Printed Book—and It’s Not the Gutenberg Bible

Today, the printed word is taken for granted. Newspapers, books, brochures, and business cards are filled with printed words essential for spreading information around the globe. The revolution of the printed word came about with the advent of moveable type—technology that allowed quick, quality reproductions of text. While many associate the world-famous Gutenberg Bible with this technology, it's actually not the first book ever printed.

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