What intriguing mysteries does humanity’s past hide? Puzzling archaeological discoveries and unanswered questions in world history to ponder about.
The current year is soon coming to an end. 2015 has offered us a handful of new and unexpected discoveries as well as the newest information on existing ones. On the verge of the New Year, let's see some of the most interesting archaeological findings of 2015. 1. Skeletons of…
Another year on earth has passed, and now we can look back at what we’ve accomplished. Science has progressed in leaps and bounds, bringing us ground-breaking finds, revealing anticipated answers. It’s safe to say, there are more than a few examples of these accomplishments. Let’s take a look at 10…
The unfinished obelisk found in Aswan (Assuan), Egypt, is one of the biggest ancient obelisks. This impressive structure not only makes visitors stand in awe due to its gigantic size but also offers unusual insights into stone-working techniques developed by the ancient Egyptians. Many other Obelisks can be found all over…
Enormous geoglyphs located around the globe keep puzzling researchers. These impressive sites trigger intriguing debates about their true meaning and purposes. The question is who and why created these gigantic representations that were designed in extreme precision. Here are the most famous locations with geoglyphs around the world. 1. The…
Did you know that archaeological research has revealed a huge network that consists of thousands of underground tunnels? This enormous network dates back to Stone Age, stretching across Europe from Scotland to Turkey. Its original purpose still remains unknown, creating multiple theories and speculations. German archaeologist Dr. Heinrich Kusch, in…
Krakus Mound is one of the oldest monumental structures in Poland, which puzzles archaeologists until nowadays. Researchers debate whether this was an astronomical site, a burial, or a pagan ritual location. Once you reach its summit, the panoramic view from the 16-meter high Krakus Mound reveals the charms of Cracow…
Every time fossils are found, we wait in anticipation for the unveiling of a new bundle of information. With each discovery, we find that we are varied creatures, which with time, have branched out in numerous directions and ancient pathways. What if there even were real-life hobbits? A recent analysis…
Archeologists continue to peel back the layers of time, revealing things that were once lost. As such, lost ancient cities have been swallowed by water, sand or vegetation. If you’ve ever heard of the city of Atlantis, lost forever and swallowed by the sea, then you’re not alone. Most everyone…
Art makes life worth living, let’s face it! Without art, the world would surely be a dull place. There are hundreds of sights and works of art to see in the world today. Many of these places are well-known and visited daily by tourists from all walks of life. Millions…
If you thought you knew the facts about our latest ancestors, then think again. “Lucy”, a previous discovery in Africa, is not the most recent find linking us to our primitive roots. It seems that a previously unknown human ancestor has shown us that we may not know much about, well,…
