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Ollantaytambo, Cusco, Peru

Stairs in Petra Jordan

Scotland’s Orkney Islands are home to an astonishing number of neolithic sites. From the settlement of Skara Brae to the Broch of Gurness, the islands are full of mysteries.

Vardzia, Georgia Ca. 1100 AC. Five monks still live in this mountain. Every morning at seven they ring the bell in the high arch.

Bjorn Ironside was a famous Viking leader who legends say ruled Sweden as the first king from the House of Munsö. He lived during the 9th century AD and his father was the legendary Ragnar Lodbrok. Ironside followed family tradition in raiding and he used his skills to trick his way into the Eternal City, which he promptly looted.

Introductions typically attempt to present the essence of a book, highlighting the most important elements of the story you are about to read. My introduction does not do that. Rather, I will be telling you the story of how this unique text came to be and its journey from the 1920s until today.

Gal Vihara,Polonnaruwa Sri Lanka

There are undoubtedly millions of amazing artifacts from the ancient world that have served to shed light on the lives of our ancestors from many millennia ago. But some stand out for their uniqueness, their intrigue, or their ability to expand our knowledge about previously unknown aspects of our history.

Originating in the early Christian period, Gregorian chant resonates not merely for its historical significance but as a living echo of a profound spiritual legacy.

The enchanting evolution of Gregorian Chant unfolds as a reminder of its enduring significance in the tapestry of modern Western musical tradition. Its unadorned melodies, sung in Latin, transcend temporal boundaries, embedding themselves in the very soul of liturgical practices.

From the legendary Pope Gregory I, believed to have been inspired by divine visions, to the influential Carolingians who played a pivotal role in its spread, the Gregorian chant became a bridge connecting ancient devotion to the contemporary appreciation of musical heritage.

Researchers have uncovered a vast submerged land north of present-day Australia, once home to up to 500,000 people, now lost beneath the sea. What is also interesting is that the find resonates profoundly with indigenous mythology.

During his travels one woman seems to have impressed Marco Polo above all others. Her name was Khutulun, a fierce Mongol warrior princess famed for her fighting prowess.

A groundbreaking study has revealed the ancient roots of archery in the Americas is 2,000 years earlier than thought! They found evidence in the Andes Mountains that the pivotal technology of bow and arrow dates back around 5,000 years.

Progressing from spears to arrows, these ancient weapons were harbingers of social change, having far-reaching impacts on the development of ancient societies in the Americas.

Led by a team from the University of California, Davis, and published in Quaternary International, this research offers fascinating insights into how the introduction of the bow and arrow transformed societies. By examining over a thousand projectile points from the Lake Titicaca Basin, the study uncovers how this technology coincided with major societal shifts – the growth of trade networks and the move towards village living.

Catherine Parr, Henry VIII’s sixth wife, is remembered as the woman who outlived him. A fascinating and influential figure, she not only promoted religious tolerance but also played a key role in shaping the minds of Tudor heirs, leaving an imprint that resonates through history.

New petroglyphs discovered at Castle Rock Pueblo on Mesa Verde plateau, including some used for astronomical observations and calendars have challenged perceptions of the settlement.

Unsung heroes of ancient times accomplished extraordinary deeds. From the remarkable intellect of Hypatia to textile pioneer in the Yuan Dynasty, Huang Daopo, these extraordinary individuals defied conventions and left an indelible mark on history.

How did the ancients keep food fresh before refrigerators were invented? In the deserts of Persia, they built Yakhchal, covered ice pits that preserved food and drink.

The earliest signs of organized warfare in the Southern Levant have been found. Discovery of 7,200-year-old slingstones in Israel reveal mass weapon production.