Archaeologists in Zambia have found proof of the oldest known wooden structure in the world. The simple structure is made up of two logs that fit together and are joined by a notch. The logs have marks that show they were cut and chopped with different types of stone tools about 476,000 years ago. The …
An iron horseshoe and bridle were discovered by melting ice in the Norwegian mountains, and they may date back to the Viking Age, which ended some 1,000 years ago. On September 7th, archaeologists took to Facebook to share the news of their find. According to them, “We have just made an incredible discovery on the …
A set of baskets and shoes were discovered in a bat cave in Granada, in the southern part of Spain. They were most likely made by Mesolithic hunter-gatherer groups and are thought to be some of the oldest items of their kind found in southern Europe, according to a new study. Radiocarbon dating was done …
The most common colour in Estonia during the early mediaeval era, according to textile discoveries, was “blackish-blue.” According to Riina Rammo, an archaeologist at the University of Tartu, the dark-purple shade was added to the blue hue by combining native flora, whilst the blue colour was produced by using imported compounds. In Estonia, female burial …
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Ever wondered how archaeologists understand our past? Well, there’s more than one way to dig up history. Two popular approaches are Processual vs Post-Processual archaeology. Let’s break down these big words and dive into what they really mean. What’s Processual Archaeology In the 1960s, a fresh way of looking at archaeology popped up, called the …
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The Black Pyramid – Source Wikipedia Egypt, a land of vast deserts, enigmatic hieroglyphs, and majestic pyramids. When we think of these iconic structures, the Great Pyramid of Giza or the Sphinx might instantly come to mind. But hidden amidst Egypt’s vast archaeological treasures lies the lesser-known, yet equally fascinating, Black Pyramid. In this article, …
Introduction Egypt, the land of pyramids, pharaohs, and timeless wonders, has been home to some of history’s most captivating rulers. Join us on a remarkable journey through time as we unveil the legacies of Egypt’s 10 most famous pharaohs, each a shining star in the tapestry of ancient history. Tutankhamun – The Boy King In …
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