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The past holds many secrets. We just need to know where to dig. The Facebook page 'Archaeology World' is an excellent source for everyone interested in what the ancient Greek architects, 18th-century Inuits, and other fascinating peoples have left behind.
There's no particular order to its posts, but that's a good thing. You can never predict what place or period the next featured discovery will come from. Like a course on global heritage, but without any lectures or exams. Only brief "presentations" on what shaped our history. So, join us and let's scroll through the page's most intriguing entries.
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#1
The Double Statue Of Mephistopheles And Margarita
Perhaps one of the most incredible sculptures in the world. There is a well-known sculpture called "The Double Statue of Mephistopheles and Margarita". The fact is that on one side of the statue there is a male figure, and on the other - a female one. The sculpture is created from a single piece of the oldest sycamore tree.
Thorsten Massow 6 months ago
Well this is from the 19. Century, made by an unknown French artist. Marvelous piece of woodcarving art. But not really that old. And nothing that was "found by an archeologist" as claimed by the headline...
Multa Nocte 6 months ago
🎶 Mephistopheles is not your name - I know what you're up to just the same 🎶
Ms.GB 6 months ago
Please allow me to introduce myself, I'm a man of wealth and taste..
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Lee Banks 6 months ago
If anyone wants an incredible read, check out Master and Mararita. It's a (banned) Russian classic based on the same mythology.
KM 6 months ago
"The Master and Margarita" is absolutely not banned, kids read it in schools
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Cat Paw Prints In The Medieval Floor Tiles Of The 12th Century Ce St Peter Church In Wormleighton, England
Marsha Hultberg 6 months ago
Cats predate humans by millions of years. (We're afterthoughts. LOL)
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persephone134 6 months ago
We found marten prints in the concrete just hours after it was poured. Why should it have been different throughout history?
Debby Keir 6 months ago
But the fact is, that these were delivered from a potters yard, and the church decided that they would still use them.
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Janissary35680 6 months ago
At the site of ancient Metropolis (about midway between Izmir and Ephesus in Turkey), they found the hoofprints of a lamb in the flooring plaster of a terrace in the ancient baths. Accompanying them were the footprints of a small child, positioned in a way suggesting he or she was trying catch the critter.
Marlene Ricker 6 months ago
Cats have obviously not changed much over the centuries. Still getting their little paws into stuff they shouldn't!
Jayne Segman 6 months ago
A pet Cat in the 1100s wow. Twelfth century history is fascinating! > ^..^ <
robyn.fraser 6 months ago
We had some of our patio fixed last year. There are paw prints in the concrete. Just wish I knew which of our cats left them!
#3
Ancient Marvel, From 1516, The Visionary Mind Of Leonardo Da Vinci Manifested In The Form Of A Captivating Spiral Staircase
Jayne Segman 6 months ago
Da Vinci was the most incredible genius to walk this planet, secondary only to Jesus Christ.
Cronecast AtTheRisingMoon 6 months ago
That is so beautiful. Look at the door with the steps leading onto the steps and imagine trying to do that at night, without electric light and an almost guaranteed low level of inebriation in 1500s. Those stairs have stories to tell of those that bounced on down to the basement from there.
Kelly O'Leary 6 months ago
The story goes that the king commissioned it because he could climb the staircase to visit his mistress undetected by his wife who was simultaneously descending, having been summoned by someone complicit to the king's plan.
#4
The Appennine Colossus
Built over 420 years ago in Florence, Italy, the Appennine Colossus is half man and half mountain. It was created with a brick core encased by a carved stone exterior that rises 35 feet above the water below. There's even a secret room behind his head with a fireplace that blows smoke through his mighty nostrils.
Princess Potato 6 months ago
imagine thousands of years later from now, there will be identical documentaries about Disenyland!
Bec 6 months ago
I think the archaeologists will have some interesting theories when they find Legoland
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Perkysnood 6 months ago
Yes it is. It can be studied by archeologists. It is something humans made. It's archeology.
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#5
Bust Of Maria Duglioli Barberini
Bust of Maria Duglioli Barberini, sculpted by the renowned Italian artist Giuliano Finelli in 1626. Finelli, celebrated for his skillful marble carvings, created a lifelike and dynamic representation of Maria Duglioli Barberini, a member of the influential Barberini family.
RS 6 months ago
Back then artists were paid so that they could spend years on each work. Don't know about this one but i am assuming haha. Some sculptors today can achieve this level of detail but may not be allowed the time.
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Billo66 6 months ago
How do you coordinate your hands and eyes to that level? I can't put ice in a cup without dropping at least one cube ffs.
Becky Samuel 6 months ago
You started an apprenticeship as a small child and worked your way up from dogsbody. For decades of your life you did grunt work chipping out rough forms for your master and gradually working your way up. And if you were very talented, very lucky, and your master didn't go out of business or get disgraced you might get this good.
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HistoryNerd 6 months ago
Unfortunately my first thought was "how do you keep this clean?" 😂 dusting it would be a nightmare
Eugene the Jeep 6 months ago
Microfiber cloth from the dollar store should do it.
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TheOther Left 6 months ago
"skillful" seems like such an understatement here. "Magnificent" might be a better word.
Laura Gillette 6 months ago
Imagine you mess up and break one of the lace parts while carving it. What do you do then??
#6
Mycenaean Daggers/Swords, Greece 16th - 14th Century Bc, National Archaeological Museum, Athens, Greece
Cronecast AtTheRisingMoon 6 months ago
These are amazing and the craftsmanship is beyond impressive.
Lady Eowyn 6 months ago
Daggers have a specific profile that swords don't. It's hard to tell from these pictures.
Joe Reaves 6 months ago
I think I've seen the third one down before, in which case that one is a dagger. With the possible exception of the 4th one the handles look impractically short for a sword
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The Gate Of All Nations In Persepolis
A massive guardian statue stands at the Gate of All Nations in Persepolis, the ceremonial heart of the Achaemenid Empire, located in present-day Iran. Commissioned by King Xerxes I in the 5th century BCE, this gate once received envoys from across the empire during New Year festivities. Carved from limestone, the figure features a bull’s body, eagle’s wings, and a human head—symbolizing power, guardianship, and royal dignity. Drawing inspiration from the Assyrian lamassu yet showcasing Persian elements, it exemplifies the empire’s majesty. Although weathered by time, the sculpture still powerfully conveys the artistry and authority of ancient Persia
Caleb Paulsen 6 months ago
Vandals were a group of people whose religion and history were ISISed by Rome and Christianity.
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ynyrhydref56 6 months ago
More likely ISIS or other terrorist groups bombing this stuff.
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Remi (He/Him) 6 months ago
And of course British museum has a whole bunch of the reliefs from there...
S Kp 6 months ago
Good job aswell because it'd all just be rubble if they didn't
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Louise Higgins 6 months ago
What a pity that such symbolism of tolerance and liberalism is under the control of one of the most backward regimes - hopefully, not for much longer.
Cronecast AtTheRisingMoon 6 months ago
There are a few YouTube and TikTok accounts that feature AI reconstruction of some of these sites and artifacts. Some are really not well done but some are and are fun to check out.
Spencer's slave no longer 2 months ago (edited)
To all the comments claiming isis, taliban or the usa bombed it, stop talking bol,locks. It's a UNESCO World Site in Iran and this what something 1000+ years looks like FFS.
Spencer's slave no longer 2 months ago
It's still standing, in Shiraz, Iran.
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Rich Black 6 months ago
isn't xerxes the guy who invaded and tried to conquer Greece? not actually that welcoming of different cultures, I guess
#8
St Kilda, Scotland. 160 Years Apart
Forrest Hobbs 6 months ago
St Kilda is an archipelago of a few small islands beyond the Outer Hebrides. In the final chapter of a long story, the 36 remaining inhabitants left on 29th August 1930: "The last of the native St Kildans, Rachel Johnson, died in 2016 at the age of 93, having been evacuated at the age of eight." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Kilda%2C_Scotland#Evacuation_and_aftermath
Queen Boudicca 6 months ago
My first thought, living in these crowded modern times, was "Where are the people?"
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Julie S 6 months ago
There are no trees on St Kilda can you imagine how shocked the people from St Kilda would have been the first time they saw a tree.
nm 6 months ago
In 2015, the first direct evidence of earlier Neolithic settlement emerged, sherds of pottery of the Hebridean ware style, found to the east of the village. The potsherds appear to have been made of local material, rather than material brought from other islands in the Hebrides. To make ceramics you need to burn trees. They simply burned all the trees of the island. The same tragedy as in the Isle of Pasqua.
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Janna Gelfand 6 months ago
The only thing missing after all that time is the dog and children. Traditional!!!!
Rich Black 6 months ago
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#9
A Statue Of Yasuke, An Enslaved African, Who Arrived In Japan In 1579 And Became The First Black Samurai
Yasuke a tall African man, arrived in Japan in 1579 and made history as the first foreign-born man to become a samurai warrior. Yasuke was originally a s***e from Mozambique and was brought to Japan by Portuguese traders. The powerful Japanese warlord Oda Nobunaga was fascinated by Yasuke's tall stature and dark skin, and upon seeing him, ordered his servants to try and rub the "black ink" off his skin. Despite this strange encounter, Nobunaga took Yasuke into his service, granting him a sum of money, a house, and a katana. From then on, Yasuke loyally served Nobunaga as an honored samurai, fighting alongside him in fierce battles. He went from being a piece of Portuguese property to a member of the Japanese elite.
David 6 months ago
Not a Samurai, but rather their version of a Squire, some modern western writers not understanding the Japanese ranking system misinterpreted him as a Samurai, but he the level below that, the equivalent of what a Squire was in Medieval Europe. His story is interesting, and a fascinating piece of history, but keep details correct
Pedantic Panda 6 months ago
What is your source for this? Sources I've read say he was a samurai.
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David Andrews 6 months ago
There are some depictions which may show Yasuke, but that is a statue by Nicola Roos made in 2017
Katharina Sei. 6 months ago
Why am I not suprised that it was Nobunaga who took interest in him?
Kabuki Kitsune 6 months ago
Gets less so when you consider the statue is from 2017, and every bit of the story presented here... is false. Wasn't a Samurai, was more their version of a squire. Every thing else listed in here, there's zero historic evidence that it happened.
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The Nushabad Underground City Near Kashan, Iran
The Nushabad Underground City near Kashan, Iran, stands as a 1,500-year-old marvel from the Sassanian era. Carved an impressive 4 to 18 meters deep across three levels, this labyrinth stretches over 4 square kilometers. Its intricate network of tunnels, rooms, and air ducts provided refuge for locals seeking shelter from invaders like the Mongols and Arabs. With hidden entrances tucked beneath homes and forts, plus cunning traps like narrow curving passages, it safely housed thousands for days, complete with wells and storage.
This incredible city was utilized into the Qajar era (1789-1925) but was gradually abandoned as external threats diminished. Its secrets lay buried under desert sands, forgotten by time, until 2005. That year, a Nushabad resident, while digging a drainage ditch, stumbled into a tunnel and unveiled this lost world.
David 6 months ago
In Turkey they long predated Christians, the theory it was Christian escaping persecution has no historical basis or evidence
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KM 6 months ago
I was lucky to visit it a couple of years ago and somehow it's honestly not very claustrophobic, the passages are quite wide and tall. But to be fair, there are electric lights down there nowadays, things might have felt different with only oil lamps in the old days. Plus, it used to hide a lot of people, whole families.
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Molly Block 6 months ago
How does something this huge, this amazing, go 'forgotten' for decades and decades until someone digging a ditch accidentally falls into it and OMG there is an entire underground city down here!! WOW! It looks amazing. Look at how sharp those steps look, so perfectly made! You can't argue with the craftsmanship.
#11
Lascaux Cave
Lascaux Cave in France’s Dordogne region is renowned for its stunning Palaeolithic wall paintings. These artworks, mostly depictions of animals, date to around 17,000 years ago—placing them in the Upper Paleolithic era, likely in the late Solutrean or early Magdalenian periods. Scholars have estimated their age using a combination of radiocarbon dating and associated finds, such as a carved reindeer antler, offering insight into the artistic traditions of early humans.
Ellinor 6 months ago
The real cave can't be visited by the public. To visit the real cave you have to be a scientist and to pass the facial recognition camera, the eye recognition, the print recognition and put on a passcode, and the door is always under video surveillance. I know that because I went in front of the armored door years ago with my mother and a friend and we took a selfie.
SnackbarKaat 6 months ago
I only knew it was not accessible for visitors, since our breath and stuff affects the paintings
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LizzieBoredom 6 months ago
It's amazing that the need to create is up there with the need to eat, and the need to breed.
Tabitha 6 months ago
Creating goes hand in hand with expressing ourselves. Evidently this particular story was important enough to the people living there that they had to express it by creating these paintings.
Load More Replies... Multa Nocte 6 months ago
I live less than 2 hours from here and in the 3 years we've been here I haven't made the trip yet, but it's on our "To Do" list.
Auntriarch 6 months ago
Do it! And believe me, Lascaux 2 will raise the hairs on the back of your neck, even though it's a reproduction.
Load More Replies... Foxglove🇮🇪 6 months ago
While the original cave is out of bounds (in order to preserve the paintings) modern technology has allowed them to create a life-size replica which can be visited. It's stunning.
Crissy Newbury 6 months ago
The reproduction cave is outstanding. You would never know you weren’t in the real cave.
Son of Philosoraptor 6 months ago
Super realistic because back then people drew what they saw, not what they thought. Ever seen a medieval painting of a lion?
persephone134 6 months ago
This does not look like a natural cave. It's probably the tourist replica.
Greenkitty 6 months ago
It is a tourist replica, because you can't enter the real cave.
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30 Million Year Old Amber Encasing A Praying Mantis
Barbara Wilcock 6 months ago
Yes. We don't have anything to lose now. Bring it on !
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Michael P (Perthaussieguy) 6 months ago
Gorgeous. I have a small piece with a crane fly preserved. Approx 140 million years old and the species hasn't changed.
#13
Skara Brae, The "Scottish Pompeii"
In 1850, a farmer found a secret village. It was later determined to be older than the Great Pyramids of Egypt. Archeologists estimated that 100 people lived in this village named Skara Brae, the "Scottish Pompeii."
The houses were connected to each other by tunnels, and each house could be closed off with a stone door.
Lee Gilliland 6 months ago
If you watch Raiders of the Lost Ark, this is the lesson Dr. Jones is teaching at the beginning of the movie.
les 6 months ago
my family own one these buildings on north ronaldsay. its called stennabreck and te tunnel from it is still visable from the beach. also calling it the scottish pompeii is dunm cos theres no volcanoes. it was just buried by sand dunes. i'm about ten miles from scara brae. if you enjoy this old stuff come visit but not on a cruise cos you wont see shite
Foxglove🇮🇪 6 months ago
The only likeness to Pompeii is that it was covered for hundreds of years. No volcanoes in Orkney!
BrunoVI 6 months ago
No, but the trains are sentient. (Sodor was a Diocese in the Church of England named for SOuth ORkney. The in-universe maps and in-story references, however, indicate it's between the Island Of Man and Barrow-in-Furness near Lancaster.)
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#14
This Is One Of The Terraced Roman Houses (Domus) On The Slopes Of Mount Coelius In Ephesus, Present-Day Turkey
This is one of the terraced Roman houses (*Domus*) on the slopes of Mount Coelius in Ephesus, present-day Turkey, dating back to the 1st century BCE to 3rd century CE. Known as the "Terrace Houses" or "Houses of the Rich," these dwellings were home to Ephesus’ wealthiest citizens during the Roman Imperial period.
The interiors reveal stunning mosaic floors, vividly painted frescoes, and a sophisticated urban layout with private courtyards, water systems, and underfloor heating. The image shows mythological motifs and geometric mosaics—such as a lion grappling its prey—preserved in astonishing detail. The layout reflects both Roman domestic luxury and the influence of Greek artistic traditions.
Jasmijn 6 months ago
Only if you were a noble or wealthy. What the poor and average people lived in were not sophisticated at all
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Sally Moen 6 months ago
Ephesians are what the residents of Ephesus are called in the New Testament. (Paul's Letter to the Ephesians)
John Doe 6 months ago
Ephesos was already a metropolis when the Romans still pooped in the bushes... It was populated about 5,000 BC and capital of the Arzawa empire around 2,000 BC.
Chuck 6 months ago
Are you saying that we should not be pooping in bushes?
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It is obviously homes of the rich. The floors and walls are so beautiful!
#15
Trilobite Fossil Slab, Likely From Morocco
Trilobite fossil slab, likely from Morocco — these marine arthropods thrived during the Paleozoic Era, roughly 520 to 250 million years ago. The slab shown here preserves several individuals, possibly from the Devonian period, beautifully detailed with segmented exoskeletons and sweeping spines.
Trilobites lived on ancient sea floors, and their fossilized remains are often found in limestone and shale formed from compacted seabed sediments. The preservation quality seen here suggests rapid burial in an anoxic environment, halting decay and allowing mineralization to retain even delicate appendages.
BrunoVI 6 months ago (edited)
Censoring NJ P by downvoting him so far is just plain stupid. In this case, I believe he happens to be correct: Every specimen is absolutely perfect and absolutely complete, despite the fact that sea stars are very difficult to get perfect fossils from. At the very least, it's a reproduction using dye to highlight the fossils. And WTF is happening where the overlaps occur? Why is there a margin where the largest trilobite's "antenna" overlaps the seastar's "leg."
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Ece Cenker 6 months ago
Likely From Morocco ? Does this mean the origin is not known beacause this was black-marketed?
Chewie Baron 6 months ago
The majority of trilobite fossils come from Morocco as the Atlas Mountains was initially one of the earliest sea beds,
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https://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/trilobite-selenopeltis-starfish-506799617
Son of Philosoraptor 6 months ago
450 million years ago these dudes bopped around living their lives... makes humanity look like a flicker of light during a long fire...
#16
The Thracian Chariot
Nestled in the tranquil landscapes of Bulgaria, archaeologists have made a startling find: a beautifully crafted wooden chariot dating back two millennia, adorned with vivid imagery from Thracian mythology. This incredible artifact provides a fascinating insight into the burial practices and spiritual beliefs of the ancient Thracian civilization that once flourished in this area.
Discovered in the grave of a significant Thracian noble from the 1st century AD, the chariot exemplifies the exceptional craftsmanship of its time. It features four robust wheels, each measuring around 4 feet in diameter, decorated with intricately crafted, silver-plated figures of the god Eros and mythical, panther-like beasts.
In addition to the chariot, the remains of two horses and a dog were found, believed to have been interred to assist the deceased in their journey to the afterlife. This tradition was a crucial element of Thracian burial rituals, underscoring their deep conviction in existence beyond death.
Chewie Baron 6 months ago
Not necessarily. Wagons generally have 4 wheels, but they’re not considered to be a carriage. Some chariot styles did have 4 wheels. Like those transporting leaders.
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Janissary35680 6 months ago (edited)
My first thought, too. I've been present when similar ancient burials were being unearthed and I always felt bad about the critters whose lives were stolen by human vanity and pride.
Load More Replies... nm 6 months ago
I have visited a similar burial site at northeastern Greece. It's of 2nd century CE and there are buried four members of a rich family, who could not get separated by their belongings. Vanity of vanities, all is vanity.
Rafael 6 months ago
I hope the animals were dead before being used in this burial, but knowing similar traditions, I'm not counting on it.
Day Andie 6 months ago
Pretty sure they were. Have you ever tried to bury a team of horses? They just don't stand still for it. Most likely had their throats slit.
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Keith Turner 6 months ago
2 wheels seem to have hub bearing housings, the others plain 'holes' were they all fitted at the same time or were 2 'spares'?
Susan Callihan 6 months ago
The horses must have been tiny. Compare them to the wheels said to be 4 feet in diameter.
#17
A Herd Of Wild Przhevalsky Horses In The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
Photograph: Tatyana Deryabina/University of Porthmouth. & a 17,000-year-old horse painting at the Lascaux cave in France
Son of Philosoraptor 6 months ago
Wildlife is actually doing great in the exclusion zone, it's weird.
#18
Roman Bronze Door (115 Ad); At Pantheon, Rome, Italy
Roman Bronze Door (115 AD); at Pantheon, Rome, Italy. It is considered as the oldest door still used in Rome.
This large bronze doors to cella, measuring 4.45m wide by 7.53m high, yet so well balanced they can be pushed or pulled open easily by one person. Each half of double door weighs 8.5 tonnes, and rotates on pins set into floor and architrave above.
Marlene Ricker 6 months ago
It's hard to believe that one person is able to open and close these doors!!
charlotte Jones 6 months ago
It is so much bigger in a photo. It was incredible to stand by it!
#19
The Olive Tree Of Vouves
The Olive Tree of Vouves is a remarkable ancient olive tree located in the village of Ano Vouves on the Greek island of Crete. Believed to be one of the oldest olive trees in the world, this majestic tree is estimated to be over 3,000 years old, with some experts suggesting it could be even older. The Olive Tree of Vouves stands as a symbol of resilience, endurance, and the deep-rooted connection between humanity and nature. Its gnarled trunk and twisted branches tell a story of centuries past, bearing witness to the passage of time and the changing landscapes of Crete. Revered by locals and visitors alike, this ancient olive tree continues to produce olives, contributing to the rich agricultural heritage of the region
michael Chock 6 months ago
They should be planting new "oldest trees" every century or so. That way, when the oldest dies, they have a new legacy to cherish.
David Paterson 6 months ago
The olive trees of Crete are literally the oldest olive trees in Europe. So this is probably the oldest olive tree in Europe.
#20
The Astonishing Rutland Sea Dragon: Discovering A 180-Million-Year-Old Colossal Fossil
In February 2021, paleontologists in Rutland, England, uncovered an extraordinary find: a 10-meter-long skeleton of an Ichthyosaur, now hailed as the largest specimen of its kind ever recorded in the U.K. This intriguing fossil was discovered by Joe Davis during landscaping activities at the Rutland Water Nature Reserve, right when a lagoon was being drained for maintenance. This ancient marine reptile roamed the seas between 250 and 90 million years ago, with the potential to reach lengths of up to 13 meters.
martymcmatrix 6 months ago
Not a ghost, just a levitating leather coat...🤭
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You can see how people way back might have thought such fossils were dragons, when they came upon them while plowing a field or digging a new privy. Close enough to the myths and legends they’d been told about dragons to convince them they’d found proof of their existence—-even though we now know they actually are proof of existence, just not of dragons. At least that’s my theory.
Kathrin Pukowsky 6 months ago
It's a fairly widespread theory. No matter how far back you go, people had an idea how bones form bodies from hunting and preparing food to poor Ugh falling down a creek and breaking a leg. So if they came across fossilised bones they knew that they were looking at the remains of a creature, and with human imagination and their own experience, they could piece it back together in their heads. Where the whole fire-breathing came from - that's the real question for me.
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Colossal Persian Griffin (516–465 Bc), Persepolis, Iran
The term "Griffin" has linguistic roots in Old French griffon, derived from the Late Latin gryphus, a misrendering of the ancient Greek grū́ps, meaning "curved beak"—a reference to the creature’s hooked nose.
Persian griffins are typically depicted with four legs, eagle talons on the front, a lion's body, a feathered tail, wings like an eagle, and horse-like ears. This hybrid beast often appears massive, powerful, and majestic. In medieval texts such as The Travels of Sir John Mandeville, griffins were said to have claws as large as bull horns and feathers big enough to be used as arrow shafts. Greek geographer Pausanias noted they sometimes had leopard-like markings.
Artistic portrayals of griffins date back to the 7th century BC, though their origins likely predate even that.
michael Chock 6 months ago
The Persians really led the world in art, culture and technology. Kinda shines a light that "white supremacy" is just exploitation supremacy.
Janissary35680 6 months ago (edited)
The ancient Persians did their fair share of exploiting and--by the way--Persian is an Indo-European language like Greek, Latin, and--uhh English--if that tells you anything.
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The Grave Of A Bronze Age Teenage Girl
In 1921, archaeologists made a remarkable discovery in Egtved, Denmark—the grave of a Bronze Age teenage girl, now known as the Egtved Girl. Radiocarbon dating suggests she lived sometime between 1390 and 1370 BCE and was likely between 16 and 18 years old when she died.
She was buried in a hollowed-out oak coffin, wrapped in a bull hide, and incredibly well-preserved, thanks to the acidic soil of the region. Her burial outfit—a midriff-baring wool blouse, a corded skirt, and bronze jewelry—has given us one of the clearest glimpses into prehistoric fashion in Northern Europe.
Sally Moen 6 months ago
You can see YouTube videos describing the clothes and how they were made.
Margaret H 6 months ago
I can almost hear her father on date night. "Tiffany! Get back here now! You're not wearing THAT outside the hut! Why, I can see your knees!"
Rich Black 6 months ago
1390 BCE is actually not "prehistoric". That era ended 2,000 years before.
#23
A Very Well-Preserved 3000-Year-Old Sword
A very well-preserved 3000-year-old sword was found inside a grave in the town of Nördlingen, Bavaria, Germany. It is reported that this 3000-year-old sword is in such good condition and extremely rare to be found in this location, except for a few scratches.
martymcmatrix 6 months ago
Definitely a burial object, as it's so neatly resting next to the humerus...🗡️ 🤷🏽 🦴
Nicholas Rodrigo 6 months ago (edited)
People who get the sword will be destroyed by the sword. But sword will be remained.
#24
Roman Beauty Rediscovered In Amasra
In September 2023, archaeologists at the ancient gymnasium of Amastris (now Amasra, on Türkiye’s Black Sea coast) uncovered a remarkably intact marble statue dating to the 2nd century AD. Found three meters underground, the statue was initially thought to represent a water nymph, but experts now believe it may be an image of Aphrodite.
martymcmatrix 6 months ago
She just wanted to get some water (and cigarettes), but she never came back...🤷🏽
#25
The Column Of Marcus Aurelius
The Column of Marcus Aurelius is a monumental Roman victory column located in Rome’s Piazza Colonna. Erected around 180–193 AD, it commemorates Emperor Marcus Aurelius’ military campaigns against Germanic and Sarmatian tribes. Standing approximately 30 meters tall, the column is adorned with a spiral relief depicting dramatic battle scenes, offering a vivid glimpse into Roman warfare and propaganda.
Eugene the Jeep 6 months ago
This is what they had instead of comic books. High grade collector's item!
Marlene Ricker 6 months ago
It makes me wonder how long it took to do all that carving and if more than one person worked on it? There are so many figures, and horses, and carriages etc. It must have taken quite some time to carve!
#26
The Only Surviving Head Of The Dodo
The only surviving head of the dodo, which went extinct 344 years ago- kept at the Natural History Museum in London, where it is considered an invaluable piece of natural history. This specimen offers a unique perspective on the wildlife of its original habitat, the island of Mauritius.
Discovered by Europeans in 1598, the dodo disappeared in the late 17th century due to intensive hunting and the introduction of invasive species. At around one metre tall and weighing between 10 and 17 kilograms, the dodo has become a symbol of extinction and a powerful reminder of the impact of humans on ecosystems.
les 6 months ago
theres one in a local museum. it was brought back by a whaler preseved in some strange looking gungey grey liquid and looks gross
UKGrandad 6 months ago (edited)
Which local museum? EDIT: Downvoted for showing an interest?
Load More Replies... David Paterson 6 months ago (edited)
Thank you thank you. I read a book that claimed that all that remained of the dodo was three contemporary sketches. I never knew there was a mummified head. What makes the dodo famous is that it was the first animal to go extinct in modern times. The dodo used to be the world's largest pigeon, so would have looked like a large pigeon.
UKGrandad 6 months ago
The head only exists by chance. The Natural History Museum used to have the whole bird on display. During a big clean-up somebody thought that the dodo was too moth-eaten to be worth keeping (not knowing that it was the only known stuffed dodo in existence), took it outside and threw it on a bonfire. A curator happened to see it and managed to rescue the head. That's why it is blackened - it's burnt, not mummified.
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Dudley2348 6 months ago
Too big to fly, Dodo ugly, so Dodo must d. i e. ,dog go, with fear on its side, can't change, can't change the tide...
#27
The Roman Aqueduct In Patara, Turkey
The Roman aqueduct in Patara, Turkey, stands as a stunning testament to ancient engineering brilliance. Once a thriving city in Lycia, near modern-day Turkey's southwestern coast, Patara flourished under Roman rule. As its population expanded, so did the demand for a dependable water source. The aqueduct, built to meet this need, showcases the Romans' mastery of hydraulic systems and urban planning. Its enduring remains highlight the ingenuity of a civilization that prioritized both functionality and grandeur. Today, it serves as a fascinating glimpse into the past
#28
Duntrune Castle, Scotland
Duntrune Castle, located on the north side of Loch Crinan in Argyll, Scotland, is believed to be one of the oldest continuously inhabited castles in Scotland, with origins dating back to the 12th century.
The castle has historically been associated with Clan MacDougall and later came under the control of the powerful Clan Campbell, who retained ownership for centuries.
It gained a reputation for its role in Scotland’s turbulent clan conflicts, including a famous legend involving a MacDonald piper, who, while held captive, warned his clan of an ambush by playing a haunting tune.
Over the centuries, the castle underwent several phases of restoration, with the Campbells transforming it from a defensive structure into a family residence.
Foxglove🇮🇪 6 months ago (edited)
Isn't that James Bond's ancestral home, Skyfall? Edit: according to Wikipedia, only the Skyfall gateposts were modelled on these originals
Bored Birgit 6 months ago
Wikipedia: The gateposts of Skyfall lodge, James Bond's childhood home in the film of the same name, were modelled after those at Duntrune.
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Marlene Ricker 6 months ago
Somehow, I find it hard to imagine living in a place like that! It's so huge!
Bored Birgit 6 months ago
No, but there were Dunure castle and Doune castle that had their appearance in Outlander.
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12th Century Door At Wells Cathedral In Somerset, UK
Louise Higgins 6 months ago
We have a lot of 12th century (or earlier) doors in the UK. Many of them still attached to the 12th century or older buildings!
#30
A Steam-Powered Elevator In The House Of Guard Captain S. Muyaki, St. Petersburg, Russia. Circa 1902–1903
Chewie Baron 6 months ago
There was someone who created an account t on Twitter, who did the first part of that sentence. Then waited for five years to finish it. Has never posted anything else again.
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Becky Samuel 6 months ago
Art Nouveau. Art Deco was at least 25 years later.
Load More Replies... Janna Gelfand 6 months ago
It looks like art nouveau. Beautiful!!!! I wonder where/how they heated the water. The original elevator in the Eiffel Tower ran on hydraulics. Could It be a similar mechanism?
#31
Prohodna — The “Eyes Of God”
Over thousands of years, water and wind carved out this dramatic cave in Bulgaria known as Prohodna — the “Eyes of God.” The upper opening in the cave’s ceiling forms two symmetrical ovals, eerily resembling eyes gazing toward the sky. By day, sunlight streams through like divine light; by night, the moon or stars can align perfectly, heightening the illusion of a sentient gaze from the heavens.
#32
Ancient Armor Made From Crocodile Hide
Ancient armor made from crocodile hide, discovered in Egypt in the 19th century. Believed to date back to the Roman period, it was probably created more for ceremonial display than for actual warfare.
Radiocarbon dating confirms that this armor hails from the 3rd century AD, marking it as a significant piece within the timeline of Roman rule in Egypt.
ohjojo (you/your's) 6 months ago
Makes a belt and a pair of shoes sound kind of prissy, doesn't it?
#33
Roman Mosaic Floor Believed To Date Back To The 2nd Or 3rd Century Ce
Beneath the bustling modern construction site in London, England, archaeologists uncovered a magnificent Roman mosaic floor believed to date back to the 2nd or 3rd century CE. Once part of a grand dining room in a Roman villa or mansio (travel inn), this intricate geometric design lay hidden for over 1,800 years beneath layers of earth and modern infrastructure.
The mosaic features a vibrant star-shaped centerpiece flanked by interlocking patterns, wave motifs, and medallions—executed in red, black, and white tesserae. The craftsmanship reveals not only aesthetic sophistication but also the Roman emphasis on symmetry, symbolism, and spatial harmony. Its preservation amid surrounding development highlights the delicate balance between urban growth and historical legacy.
Chewie Baron 6 months ago
The first recorded sighting of a ghost comes from Roman times.
Load More Replies... persephone134 6 months ago
Believed to be? Don't they have radiocarbon dating for that? (Or whatever other method archeologists use)
The Darkest Timeline 6 months ago
That will only tell you the age of the material you test
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The Roman Baths
The Roman Baths is one of the finest historic sites in Northern Europe, in the city of Bath, Somerset, England. Major Charles Davis, a pivotal figure in uncovering the Roman remains in Bath, served as the city's surveyor and architect.
In 1878, concerned about a leak in the King’s Bath, he decided to investigate the surrounding area. This led to his initial discovery of Roman tiles, lead, and pottery.
In the following years, much of the Great Bath was gradually uncovered. However, the excavation was complicated by the presence of buildings above it.
After significant challenges, the city authorities acquired these buildings and had them demolished to complete the excavation. By 1883, the Great Bath had been cleared of buildings and made ready for visitors.
Debby Keir 6 months ago
When I was a kid, locals were actually able to swim in the baths, occasionally and by invitation. That stopped (1978) when they found a 'brain eating bacterium' and a young girl died. However, they looked for a new and uncontaminated source of the hot spring, and there's now a hotel nearby with a pool and spa using the new source. So, we now have our own 'version' of the Roman baths, used for leisure and 'medicinal benefit'.
Louise Higgins 6 months ago
We love Bath and there is a brilliant play called ‘Enemy of the People’ by Henrik Ibsen, about a contaminated spa town.
Load More Replies... Sally Moen 6 months ago
In Canterbury Tales, there's a Wife Of Bath and her story. Probably had some kind of medicinal soak from the healing waters there. I think I remember one of the Jane Austen characters going off to visit Bath too, that would have been 1700s, and they went there for parties in addition to the waters
tresgatos72 6 months ago
In Pride and Prejudice, Austen nentions that after Wickham and Lydia's marriage, Wickham would go off to holiday in Bath to get away from his wife. Lydia would go visit her sister Jane when this happened.
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King Seti I
King Seti I, whose mummy stands as one of the most remarkably intact human remains in Egyptian history. His very name, "Seti," meaning "Belonging to the god Set," hints at the profound religious and cultural context of his reign.
Seti I ruled Egypt at the zenith of its power, a period of grandeur and prosperity that saw significant military campaigns and monumental building projects. He passed away approximately 3,298 years ago, leaving behind a monumental legacy, most notably as the father of one of ancient Egypt's most celebrated pharaohs, Ramses II, often referred to as Ramses the Great.
Eugene the Jeep 6 months ago
They had to censor it because he's "unalive."
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#36
The Arch Of Titus
The Arch of Titus is a remarkable yet frequently overlooked historical landmark in Rome. Nestled near the Roman Forum, this triumphal arch has silently witnessed nearly two millennia of history, commemorating a pivotal moment in the story of Roman civilization.
Constructed around 81 CE, it honors Emperor Titus's victory over Jerusalem after the siege of 70 CE. The arch features intricate reliefs that depict Roman soldiers carrying treasures from the Jewish temple, including the iconic Menorah—one of the earliest representations of this sacred symbol.
Sally Moen 6 months ago
Trippy. The opposite side of an event from The Wailing Wall, which is the remaining part of the temple. People roll up prayers they've written and insert the notes into cracks in the wall, and then they pray. Used to be restricted to men only.
David 6 months ago
It was also paid for by the loot of the Jewish temple and built by Jewish slave labor, same as the Great Coliseum of Rome
Phantom Phoenix 6 months ago
If I'm to consume this, I need it to have a marinade. Source?
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1100 Year Old Boots, Mongolia
#38
The Deepest Known Point Is The Mariana Trench
Once you reach 200 metres, you enter the twilight zone – where light is almost gone, plants cannot photosynthesize. This zone extends from 200 to 1,000 metres.
Further down is the midnight zone (1,000 – 4,000 metres), which is completely dark, cold and under enormous pressure.
Below that is the abyss (4,000 – 6,000 metres), then the hadal zone – deep trenches on the ocean floor, starting at 6,000 metres.
The deepest known point is the Mariana Trench, reaching a depth of 10,935 metres, deeper than Mount Everest is tall.
The deepest humans have ever dived in a scuba diving device is 332 metres, and in a submersible it is 10,935 metres, reaching the bottom of the Mariana Trench
Bell-icose 6 months ago
Here’s a cool website that you can take the trip yourself on! https://neal.fun/deep-sea/
Fred L. 6 months ago
Very interesting, thanks. It says in there about the Hadal Zone that almost every expedition into it brings new things to light since we know so little. Indeed the deepest known wreck shown in there is outdated since 2022, the new record being the USS Samuel B. Roberts at ca. 6900 meters.
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Pferdchen 6 months ago
At the bottom, you can find trash. Plastic and a Mylar balloon have been found, I seem to recall.
JLMay 6 months ago
I know someone who was on a World War II Navy ship. After the war ended, they dumped everything on the ship and from others overboard into the trench. Jeeps, trucks, tanks, artillery, etc. He said that they were told to get rid of it all. I would love to know if that's 100% legit.
#39
Iron Gauntlet From A Mass Grave, Battle Of Visby, Fought In July 1361 On The Swedish Baltic Island Of Gotland, Between Invading Danish Troops And The Local, Gutnish, Forces
persephone134 6 months ago
The Swedish History Museum, Stockholm has a very impressive exhibit. Gauntlets are the least part of it.
Hiram's Friend 6 months ago
Finds from battlefields are rare, because the bodies were stripped.
ohjojo (you/your's) 6 months ago
Ah, the famous and tragic war against the Gutnish people. We shall never forget.
#40
The Sarcophagi Of Carajía
Perched high on a remote cliff in the Utcubamba Valley, the Sarcophagi of Carajía stand as imposing sentinels of a forgotten era. These towering pre-Inca sarcophagi, crafted by the enigmatic Chachapoyas culture between the 9th and 15th centuries, reach up to 2.5 meters in height. Located 48 kilometers northwest of the city of Chachapoyas, Peru, in Luya Province, Amazonas Region, each one, intricately designed and nearly untouched by time, guards the mummified remains of ancient individuals, revered as wise men by local lore.
Molly Block 6 months ago
Those two fellas on the right end?--I think they are my neighbors. Sure look like them!
Huddo's sister 6 months ago
It's interesting that not only did here an Egypt (and other areas) both have pyramids, they had similar looking sarcophagi and use mummification.
Bert van Aalsburg 6 months ago
Has anyone commented on the similarity of these with the statues on Rapa Nui?
#41
The Dabous Giraffes
The Dabous Giraffes are iconic prehistoric rock carvings found in the Ennedi Plateau of northeastern Chad. These intricate and detailed carvings depict two giraffes facing each other, with their necks intertwined in a graceful and symbolic manner. The Dabous Giraffes are considered masterpieces of ancient rock art, showcasing the artistic skill and cultural significance of the people who inhabited the region thousands of years ago.
NJ P 6 months ago
Don't look facing each other no necks entwined. Looks like mother and child.
#42
The Fairy Fireplaces Of Cappadocia, Turkey
The fairy fireplaces of Cappadocia, Turkey, are a sight that seems to have been carved by magical hands. These rock formations, formed by volcanic eruptions and erosion over centuries, transform the terrain into a surreal landscape that combines natural art and geology. These stone towers, some as high as 40 feet, are crowned by layers of harder rock that make them look like giant mushrooms or magical fireplaces. In addition to their beauty, the ancient caves carved into these formations served as shelters for past civilizations
Marie BellaDonna 6 months ago
Well, it sort of is. Not the structures themselves. But the cave homes carved into them are.
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Oldest Olive Oil - The Nearly 2,000 Year Old Bottle Filled With Solidified Olive Oil From Pompeii
Tabitha 6 months ago
They have found the remains of a load of food that was preserved by the ash in Pompei. It’s been tested for ingredients and experts in old cooking methods have recreated recipes from them. It’s an interesting glimpse into the everyday ordinary life of an everyday ordinary Pompeian. Granted, most of the history that’s taught is about big events and people. But the history I find the most fascinating is that of the ordinary person. Details of their life, down to how they got dressed and what they typically ate, from the time they got up in the morning to the time they went to sleep at night. That can help people identify with history a lot more than the other stuff—-not that we shouldn’t teach about important events and people, but that some of the everyday ordinary should be sprinkled in to help humanize it all.
Cronecast AtTheRisingMoon 6 months ago
There’s a TikTok account that is dedicated to “cooking ancient history “ (pretty sure that’s the name) that cooks ancient recipes using the correct ingredients, it’s really well researched and does try to be historically accurate, the guy will hand grind things with a mortar and pestle. He’s clearly really into history and teaches about the time as he does it. It’s really cool!
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#44
Diver Unveils 900-Year-Old Crusader Sword Off Israel's Coast
In a remarkable find, Shlomi Katzin, an amateur diver from Atlit, Israel, stumbled upon a fascinating historical artifact during a routine dive in the Mediterranean Sea. While exploring the waters near the Carmel coast, Katzin noticed an unusual glimmer beneath the sand. Upon closer inspection, he discovered an extraordinary sword measuring over 39 inches in length, believed to date back to the time of the Crusades.
Multa Nocte 6 months ago
And now he is the king of Israel because some moist bint was lobbing a sword at him.
Auntriarch 6 months ago
That's no basis for a system of government! Although, maybe it's worth a try...
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David 6 months ago
lots of crusader stuff there, not to mention Roman, Greek, etc. Area has been a trade nexus between Africa, Asia, and Europe for thousands of years, hundreds of wars over that period, many Empires controlling it, etc. There are over 5,000 registered dig sites there of varying size, both on land and off the coast. and is an archaeologists dream
#45
A Marble Foot, Approximately 1.6 Feet Long, From A Statue Of Marcus Aurelius
In May 2023, archaeologists in Southern Turkey made an extraordinary find in the ancient city of Syedra—a marble foot, approximately 1.6 feet long, from a statue of Marcus Aurelius. This fragment, likely part of a life-sized or larger depiction, highlights the remarkable craftsmanship of Roman sculptors and the importance of imperial figures.
Phantom Phoenix 6 months ago
Just a hunch, here: I'm gonna go with larger depiction rather than life-sized. A nearly 49cm long foot is my only clue, though, so I could be wrong. Maybe Marcus Aurelius was ½ giant
Day Andie 6 months ago
Makes me wonder how the Romans cut their toenails. Pretty nice for a guy wearing nothing but sandals.
Marie BellaDonna 6 months ago
That was a really good question! Got me curious, too! Here's what Google's overview says: "Ancient Romans likely used small knives or shears to cut their toenails, similar to how they might have trimmed their fingernails. Archaeological evidence suggests the use of nail files and rudimentary cutting tools made from stone or bone, according to Nghia Nippers USA. Before the invention of specialized nail clippers, various methods were used, including biting nails, filing them with stones, or using sharp cutting instruments, according to a post on Quora." So now I guess we know. Or at least have a good idea, lol.
Load More Replies... Marie BellaDonna 6 months ago (edited)
I like how they even captured the small detail of his slightly crooked pinky toe! EDIT: Small, relatively speaking, lol.
#46
Ancient Greek Helmets From The Classical Period Kept In The Storeroom Of The Archaeological Museum Of Olympia In Greece
Ty Stratton-Quirk 6 months ago
Legend says that when you enter that room alone, all the helmets turn to face you.
Apatheist Account2 6 months ago
Why aren't these in the British Museum? Did we leave something behind accidentally?
Douglas McConnell 6 months ago
JLB doesn't get somebody posting a light hearted funny thing, but his people believe Jerry Lewis was some kind of Genius???
#47
In Ancient Greece, [adult Workers] Wore Special Sandals That Printed A Message In The Ground Reading, “Follow Me” To Advertise Their Services
Eugene the Jeep 6 months ago
"For a great deal on shoes, follow me to Crazy Nico's Shoe Emporium."
Forrest Hobbs 6 months ago
"Adult workers" as opposed to "child workers"? Bored Panda, please! I know what you mean, but this is a terrible way of alluding to it.
Nea 6 months ago
What were these sandals made of? Look extremely hard and uncomfortable to be regular footwear.
UKGrandad 6 months ago
The central seam is stitched so they're probably leather. They'd have been a lot more supple when they were new.
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Rich Black 6 months ago
does this imply that citizens were unaware of the location of their neighborhood brothel?
#48
A Seal Fur Thong From Greenland, Made By Inuits, 18th Century
michael Chock 6 months ago (edited)
Who knew Inuits were so kinky. But what else are you going to do during the night that lasts 2 months.
Subaru645 6 months ago (edited)
S.t.r.i.p.p.e.r Pole was probably made of ice…
Load More Replies... Sally Moen 6 months ago
Well it would have been for indoor wear, not under the outdoor clothing Pretty beadwork
Molly Block 6 months ago
It wasn't used for warmth! So THIS is how those infamous Eskimo nose kisses got started! Because those hot mamas were making freakin thongs like this, LMAO! I LOVE it! Hey, does that say size L ?
Jamie Peterson 6 months ago
Think of it as more of a protective D*** warming pouch or jock strap and not lingerie. It was obviously needed or they wouldn't have wasted the seal materials.
#49
Mozart's Kitchen
Mozart's kitchen is situated at No. 9 Getreidegasse in Salzburg, Austria, within the house where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the most renowned composers in history, was born on 27 January 1756.
Auntriarch 6 months ago
Worse in the toilet, that's why they invented chamber music
Load More Replies... Bill Hanson 6 months ago
Salzburg calls itself the Mozart town, conveniently ignoring that Mozart hated it and moved to Vienna as soon as he could.
David Paterson 6 months ago
If you ever get the chance, go to a chamber music concert at Schloss Mirabel. Hear Mozart's music in authentic acoustics.
Load More Replies... Louise Higgins 6 months ago
There is a Spa supermarket underneath his birth house. Perhaps his mum sent him there when they ran out of milk?! 😂
Marlene Ricker 6 months ago
That is really cool! Seeing a kitchen where he lived makes him more real to me!
Rich Black 6 months ago
state of the art, 300 years ago. now go fetch me some water, scullery maid!
Apatheist Account2 6 months ago
It wasn't his kitchen then, it belonged to his parents or their landlord.
#50
Charlemagne's Throne In Aachen. From Then Until 1531, It Served As The Coronation Throne For Thirty-One Kings Of Germany
David 6 months ago
Charlemagne deliberately left it unornamental. The plain wood was to represent Jesus who was a carpenter but also lived simply (the back has carvings of the Crucifixion) . Six steps to represent the six steps of King Solomon's throne (allegedly the stone for the stairs were imported from Jerusalem, though unproven), the Four Pillars to be the 4 River of Eden. And more. Each element was religious symbolism to show that he was the Chosen of God to Rule over Christendom. So while it looks simple, the symbolism was powerful
Load More Replies... Edda Kamphues 6 months ago
Wasn't Karl der Große crowned on the 25/12/800 (precede by Pepin the Short ... what??) ? It looks like a portable toilet though. A really heavy one.
Bartlet for world domination 6 months ago
Charlemagnes coronation, 800 AD.
Load More Replies... Jamie Peterson 6 months ago
I sat in that throne! Little pebble divots on the right hand side where king's would roll pebbles whilst contemplating King Stuff.
#51
The Unfinished Obelisk Of Hatshepsut
The Unfinished Obelisk of Hatshepsut, is carved directly out of bedrock in a granite quarry, and was intended to stand at an estimated 42 metres (137 feet).It is believed to weigh around 1,200 tons.
Multa Nocte 6 months ago
"Hatshepsut was Egypt's second confirmed woman who ruled in her own right. In order to establish herself in the Egyptian patriarchy, she took on traditionally male roles and was depicted as a male pharaoh, with physically masculine traits and traditionally male garb. She emphasized both the qualities of men and women to convey the idea that she was both a mother and father to the realm. Hatshepsut's reign was a period of great prosperity and general peace. One of the most prolific builders in Ancient Egypt, she oversaw large-scale construction projects. Hatshepsut probably died in Year 22 of the reign of Thutmose III. Towards the end of the reign of Thutmose III and into the reign of his son Amenhotep II, an attempt was made to remove her from official accounts of Egyptian historiography: her statues were destroyed, her monuments were defaced, and many of her achievements were ascribed to other pharaohs."
#52
Kazakhstan’s “Golden Man”
The Issyk Burial: Kazakhstan’s “Golden Man” Mystery
Unearthed in 1969 near Issyk, close to modern-day Almaty, Kazakhstan, a richly adorned burial from the 3rd or 2nd century BC revealed a treasure trove of artifacts. Among them were a silver bowl inscribed with enigmatic runes, a sword, and hundreds of gold ornaments sewn onto ceremonial clothing.
The figure was topped with a towering conical headdress, similar to ceremonial headwear worn by Central Asian women. While the individual's gender remains uncertain, the presence of sewing needles led some scholars to suggest the burial may have belonged to a noblewoman or a Scythian princess. Others believe it could be a warrior interred to guard her in the afterlife.
Debby Keir 6 months ago
Thought the headline said Kardashian's 'Golden Man' and was a tad confused for a moment.....
#53
Two Graves Divided By A Cemetery Wall
In Roermond, Netherlands, two graves divided by a cemetery wall tell the story of a love that defied 19th-century religious boundaries. Jacob van Gorcum, a Protestant, and Josephina van Aefferden, a Catholic, married in 1842 despite societal norms. Their union lasted 38 years.
When Jacob died in 1880, he was buried in the Protestant cemetery. Eight years later, Josephina chose not to be buried in her family’s Catholic plot but as close as possible to her husband. Their graves, separated by the wall but facing each other, symbolize a bond that transcended religious divides
persephone134 6 months ago
This picture was used in a textbook on Northern Ireland. Now I find out it is not in Northern Ireland at all. I feel cheated.
Infuriated Emu 6 months ago
Rest assured we still have walls 🧱 between shared grave 🪦 yard's, they are just buried below the ground to keep us separated in death.
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#54
The Achnabreck Cup And Ring Marks
The Achnabreck cup and ring marks are a fascinating set of ancient rock carvings located in Kilmartin Glen, Scotland, one of the richest prehistoric landscapes in Europe. These carvings date back to the Neolithic or early Bronze Age, around 4,000 to 6,000 years ago. The Achnabreck site is particularly notable for its extensive panels of cup and ring marks, which consist of circular depressions (cups) surrounded by one or more concentric circles (rings), connected by grooves.
Achnabreck is one of the largest and most complex examples of this type of rock art in the UK. The carvings cover a broad expanse of rock surface, with some motifs reaching up to 1 meter in diameter, making them among the largest in Scotland. The purpose of these carvings remains a mystery; theories range from their use in rituals, marking territory, or serving as maps or astronomical markers.
#55
Khiva's City Wall In Uzbekistan
Khiva's City Wall in Uzbekistan is a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its ancient mud-brick ramparts that enclose the historic city.
Primarily constructed in the 17th century, these impressive walls reflect Khiva's rich history and craftsmanship.
Originally built for defense, they showcase the artistry of traditional builders and stand as a testament to the city's significance in the region's past
#56
Michelangelo’s Moses. A True Masterclass In Sculpted Human Anatomy By The Legendary Michelangelo
David 6 months ago
That is incorrect. There is no word in all of ancient Hebrew for Halo and never has been. The Bible says "Keren Ohr" which means "Horns of Light" in a literal translation, which mean what we could call a rays of light. He took horn to be very literal.
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Eugenia 🇮🇹🤌 6 months ago
This statue shows a small but incredible detail. Michelangelo sculpted a tiny muscle on the forearm that only shows when the pinky is lifted up
Edda Kamphues 6 months ago
Michelangelo was undoubtedly a genius, but he could never get the hands-to -body proportions right.
#57
Acropolis Of Athens
Norm Gilmore 6 months ago (edited)
Haha. Awesome.Thankyou. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdvD4Fhc_K8
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Mummified Claw Of An Upland Moa
In a New Zealand cave in 1987, explorers made a remarkable discovery: the mummified claw of an upland moa. The claw retained remnants of muscle, skin, and sinew and came from a bird species thought to have vanished 600 years prior due to human settlement and extensive hunting. The exceptional preservation of this claw has sparked discussions about the possibility that these flightless birds may have lived unnoticed in isolated regions for a longer period than previously believed by researchers.
Norm Gilmore 6 months ago (edited)
AI. Grok (lower right of the picture) is an AI assistant. Even the moa claw as shown has more damage than it actually has. Bored Panda did a article on it a while back. I include it only because the comments were about not cloning things in 2020... :-) https://www.boredpanda.com/bird-claw-archaeology-moa-new-zealand/
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Piwakawaka 6 months ago
The upland moa was one of the smaller species, at around 1 metre (5 bananas?) high. The south island giant moa was the biggest, reaching 3.6 metres (18 bananas?).
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Kailasa Temple
Kailasa Temple, a magnificent rock-cut temple in the Ellora Caves, Maharashtra, India. The Kailasa Temple is the largest Hindu temple carved from a single megalith in the world, making it an ancient architectural wonder. It is part of the Ellora Caves complex, which consists of 34 Buddhist, Jain, and Hindu cave temples and monasteries. Its construction is generally attributed to the Rashtrakuta King Krishna I in the 8th century CE. The temple is carved vertically from top to bottom, with dimensions of about 50 metres (164 ft) deep, 33 metres (109 ft) wide, and 30 metres (98 ft) high. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and contains numerous large-scale reliefs and sculptures.
#60
The Stadium At Aphrodisias In Modern Turkey
The stadium at Aphrodisias in modern Turkey, built during the 1st century AD, is among the best-preserved examples of ancient Greek stadiums. It could accommodate up to 30,000 spectators and measured approximately 270 meters long by 60 meters wide.
Originally hosting traditional Greek athletic events—like races, wrestling, and javelin—its role later expanded under Roman influence to include gladiatorial contests and animal fights. Inscriptions carved into the seating reveal that seats were allocated to specific groups and elite individuals.
Rose the Cook 6 months ago
Why the different shape? Most ancient Greek stadiums are round was this designed for specific events that needed the extra length?
Ace 6 months ago (edited)
No, Greek stadiums were not generally round. The term derives from a fixed length of track used for running races, so could not be round by definition. The round structures that developed later and were taken even further by the Romans are known as amphitheatres.
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Ece Cenker 6 months ago (edited)
This feels surreal. Not only beacuse an ancient ruin is so complete, but also because it is situated (now) amid fields, not in an urban setting.
nm 6 months ago (edited)
Search for Aphrodisias in Google Maps and you will find a lot of ruins, plus a theater close to the aforementioned stadium.
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The Eschif In Périgueux In France
The Eschif in Périgueux in France, was a lookout for a toll bridge.
It's an oak timber frame building with wattle & daub infill, built in 1347.
The building is balanced on the narrow ramparts of Puy-Saint-Front (the medieval centre of Périgueux) supported on oak struts along its length
Multa Nocte 6 months ago
Woof - that is only an hour and 15 minutes from here. I might suggest a visit to the spousal unit as soon as tourist season is over.
#62
Stonehenge’s Origins
A new study has changed what we know about Stonehenge’s origins, showing that the Altar Stone, a six-ton sandstone at the monument’s center, likely came from northeast Scotland, not Wales as once thought. The stone has a unique chemical makeup, with high barium levels, matching rocks possibly from the Orkney Islands, over 500 miles away.
Published in 2025, this suggests that around 2600 B.C., ancient Britons moved huge stones across long distances, probably by boat, revealing advanced planning and trade networks. This finding disputes the idea that Stonehenge’s stones were from nearby quarries, pointing to a broader web of connections in ancient Britain.
Scientists used precise chemical tests to compare the Altar Stone’s composition with rock samples, ruling out Wales and linking it to Scotland’s unique geology. This long-distance transport shows Stonehenge’s importance and the teamwork between far-off communities.
Forrest Hobbs 6 months ago
Stonehenge's origins long predate any of the standing stones. "The first monument consisted of a circular bank and ditch enclosure made of Late Cretaceous (Santonian Age) Seaford chalk, measuring about 360 feet (110 m) in diameter, with a large entrance to the north east and a smaller one to the south" https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stonehenge#Stonehenge_1_(c._3100_BC)
les 6 months ago
and all of the many known stone circles in orkney are much older than stonehenge. and there are at least 15 of them, though many have been dismantled by farmers over the last 3000 years.
Load More Replies... Sally Moen 6 months ago
There's been some good books about how the stones came to be there. My favorite is by Bernard Cornwell, who has written many medieval battle stories as well as others
nm 6 months ago
It's amazing that, since the beginning of the Humanity and the first signs of religions, we spend enormous amounts of wealth and work, to built monuments or temples or pyramids or whatever, to satisfy the vanity of priests, upper class and kings.
Forrest Hobbs 6 months ago
nm: there's a strand of thinking which suggests that some of these stone age monuments were - at least in their early forms - community projects built by and for the broad mass of the population. I've heard the suggestion that the Carnac stones in Brittany were erected by the pre-farming inhabitants of the region, who are generally considered to have consisted of roaming bands of hunter-gatherers without any real upper class. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnac_stones
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The Tamgaly Petroglyphs
The Tamgaly petroglyphs, located in southeastern Kazakhstan, are an ancient site dating back more than 3,500 years to the Bronze Age (around 1500 BC). This UNESCO World Heritage site contains over 5,000 intricate carvings etched into rock faces, providing a glimpse into the spiritual and cultural practices of early nomadic societies.
The petroglyphs depict scenes of hunting, ritual ceremonies, and animals, including striking images of sun-headed deities believed to symbolize solar worship or divine beings. Among the most intriguing figures are horned horse-like creatures, which may represent mythical animals tied to shamanistic beliefs or spiritual symbolism.
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A 37-Million-Year-Old Whale Skeleton
In the arid expanse of Wadi Al Hitan, an Egyptian desert region, a 37-million-year-old whale skeleton has been uncovered, adding to a significant collection of ancient marine fossils. This site, known as the Valley of the Whales, has revealed dozens of rare fossilized whale skeletons, offering invaluable insights into prehistoric marine life.
To safeguard these remarkable discoveries and promote their study, a dedicated museum has been established at the site.
Rose the Cook 6 months ago
Hard to imagine whales in Egypt how things have changed over the ages.
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The Skeleton Of A 4,800-Year-Old Mother Holding Her Six-Month-Old Baby
She is believed to be an ancestor of the Austronesian people who later spread across the Pacific.
This discovery, associated with the Dapenkeng culture, was made in Taichung, Taiwan, and dates back to around 2800 BCE.
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Petroglyphs, Galicia, Spain
Carved over 4,000 years ago. Known as petroglyphs, their true meaning remains unknown - some say they map the stars, others believe they mark sacred rituals
S Bow 6 months ago
Always with the rituals or ceremonial explanation. The fall back guess when they have no other explanation.
Queen Boudicca 6 months ago
Religion has always been a driving force in the creation of a society. Mankind has always reached for the skies - because he/she/them want to see God.
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One Of The Oldest Intact [rubbers] Ever Found
One of the oldest intact [rubbers] ever found dates back to 1640 AD and was discovered in Lund, Sweden. It was made from pig intestines, a common material used before modern latex was invented.
What makes this find even more interesting is the user manual written in Latin that came with it. The instructions advised men to dip it in unboiled milk before use to help prevent diseases. The [rubber] was reusable: after use, it was washed and soaked again in unboiled milk for 6 to 8 hours before being used another time.
Multa Nocte 6 months ago
Unless you have the secret herbs and spices - condom.
Load More Replies... Forrest Hobbs 6 months ago (edited)
Rubber is a material, and the usual name for what I use to rub out pencil marks. BP, the word you're looking for is "cóndom". 🙄 (Whyohwhy does the BP censorbot clobber that word? I mean, seriously? 🤷)
Lady Eowyn 6 months ago
And in some places, rubber is used for con-dom. I use an eraser to erase pencil marks. Which may be made of rubber or synthetic materials.
Load More Replies... Sally Moen 6 months ago
They used ribbons to tie in on themselves. And I don't think it was used for contraception. They were worried about getting "pox". It's varied what that would be
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Mycenae Lion Gate & Citadel Walls Built In 1350 B.c And Known As Cyclopean Style Walls Due To The Vast Size Of The Blocks
Rose the Cook 6 months ago
Mycenae is the site that I found most impressive during my trip to Greece.
Nea 6 months ago
I loved Mycenae but I found Acropolis overwhelming despite taking huge expectations into the city.
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Erbil: One Of The World's Oldest Continuously Inhabited Cities, Echoing 6,000 Years Of Civilization
Multa Nocte 6 months ago
"Erbil is the capital and most populated city in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The city is the capital of the Erbil Governorate. Human settlement at Erbil may be dated back to the 5th millennium BC. At the heart of the city is the ancient Citadel of Erbil and Mudhafaria Minaret. The earliest historical reference to the region dates to the Third Dynasty of Ur of Sumer, when King Shulgi mentioned the city of Urbilum. The city was later conquered by the Assyrians."
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Coins Depicting Alexander The Great
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600 Kilos Of Ancient Coins Found In Seville
Archaeologists in Spain have uncovered 600 kilograms of Roman coins, hidden for over 1,500 years! This incredible hoard was carefully buried inside 20 amphoras beneath the soil of Seville. Unlike the typical large vessels used for grain or wine, these smaller amphoras were stored in a sealed underground chamber. Some were perfectly preserved, while others lay broken beneath layers of bricks and ceramic fragments.
michael Chock 6 months ago
There is a ancient bank somewhere that has been looking for those coins.
Chewie Baron 6 months ago
Imagine the interest you would get on them. Like Fry and his few cents he had in. 2000, only to be a billionaire in 3000.
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Interior Of A 1926; Rolls Royce Phantom Brougham De Ville
The car was commissioned by business baron Clarence Gasque for his wife Maude, a devotee of 18th Century CE, French design, and it remains one of the most inspired examples of bespoke coachbuilding to this day.
#73
The Chicken Leg Rock, Algerian Sahara Desert
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Porfirio Díaz In 1910 At The National Museum Of Anthropology With The Aztec Calendar Stone
persephone134 6 months ago
The National Museum of Anthropology where? I have seen one of these in New York, at the Natural History Museum, and perhaps in a few other places too. All looted art.
Multa Nocte 6 months ago
Mexico City, so actually a Mexican artefact. "Shortly after the Spanish conquest, the monolithic sculpture was buried in the Zócalo, the main square of Mexico City. It was rediscovered on 17 December 1790 during repairs on the Mexico City Cathedral."
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The Voronya Cave
The Voronya Cave, the closest point to the center of the Earth, embodies one of Jules Verne’s most cherished dreams as envisioned in his 1864 novel, Journey to the Center of the Earth—the idea of venturing into the Earth’s interior. While Veryovkina Cave may not take us that far, it does get us pretty darn close to the planet’s core. At 2,212 meters deep, Veryovkina Cave holds the title of the world’s deepest cave.
Located at the junction of Mount Krrepost and Mount Zont in the territory of Abkhazia, a self-declared independent state that is officially recognized as part of Georgia, the cave was discovered in 1968 by speleologists from the city of Krasnoyarsk, who managed to reach a depth of 115 meters. In 1986 a new team from Moscow, led by Oleg Parfenov, reached a depth of 440 meters.
Since 2015, a series of expeditions by the Perovo-Speleo group have continued to push the boundaries of exploration, reaching deeper levels repeatedly until reaching a record-breaking depth of 2,212 meters in March 2018. The cave system is now known to include more than 6,000 meters of underground tunnels.
Piwakawaka 6 months ago
Firstly, not the closest point to the centre of the earth. Maybe the closest humans have been, but nowhere near the centre. Secondly, it doesn't bring us "pretty darn close to the earth's core". The crust alone can be up to 100km deep (50 × as deep as this cave). The outer core isn't reached until 2900km down, and there's the mantle to go through before you reach it, which is molten rock, so too hot to get through. Whoever wrote this has no understanding of the inner layers of the earth.
michael Chock 6 months ago
I would say the people that went into the Marianas trench were much closer.
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One Of The Fake Heads Used As A Decoy During The 1962 Escape Of 3 Prisoners From Alcatraz. Made With Soap, Toilet Paper, Toothpaste, And Concrete Dust
Kabuki Kitsune 6 months ago
These have degraded greatly from when they were used, but reportedly, at the time the escape took place, they were close enough replicas that even a casual observer would have a hard time differentiating them from an actual person.
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Kom Ombo Temple, Egypt A Sphinx Statue
Archaeologists working at the Kom Ombo Temple in Egypt have uncovered a remarkable sphinx statue while managing groundwater levels.
This sandstone masterpiece is believed to date back to the Ptolemaic era, which lasted from 305-30 BC.
The Kom Ombo Temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon-headed god Horus, has long been a rich site for historical finds. This newly discovered sphinx adds to the wealth of artifacts uncovered there, offering fresh insight into the art and symbolism of the time. The statue’s craftsmanship reflects the unique fusion of Greek and Egyptian styles that characterized the Ptolemaic period
#78
Military Bicycle With Spring Wheels From The 1900's
Forrest Hobbs 6 months ago
Intriguing - the rifle might be a "Rifle, Magazine, Lee–Enfield" - making this British; that rifle design was superseded by the "Rifle, Short, Magazine, Lee–Enfield" in 1904 (although the older design remained in use for some time after). Presumably the spring wheel arrangement was to give some of the benefit of a pneumatic tyre with no risk of punctures. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lee%E2%80%93Enfield#Magazine_Lee%E2%80%93Enfield
Sally Moen 6 months ago
Would need to carry an oil can to keep those springs lubricated as they traveled in mud
#79
The Crocodile Stone At Laos' Vat Phou Temple
The Crocodile Stone at Laos' Vat Phou temple complex is a carved boulder resembling a crocodile, dating back to pre-Angkorian times. While some speculate it was used for human sacrifices, there's no concrete evidence to support this theory. Vat Phou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcases the evolution of Khmer architecture from the 11th to 13th centuries.
persephone134 6 months ago
If it is a world heritage site, I am sure it is not to be abused as a playground or a photo op by tourists.
#80
Bi’r Hima, Saudi Arabia (Circa 7,000 Years Old)
Bi’r Hima is a remarkable archaeological site in Saudi Arabia, dating back about 7,000 years. This ancient location showcases rock art and inscriptions depicting camels, lions, ibexes, and hunting scenes, reflecting a time when the region was greener and more fertile. These engravings serve not only as artistic creations but also as important historical records revealing details about the people who once lived in this desert environment.
Situated along key trade routes, Bi’r Hima was a vital caravan stop where goods like incense and spices were exchanged. The inscriptions here, written in early scripts including Musnad and Aramaic-Nabatean, highlight a cultural crossroads influenced by South Arabian and Nabatean traditions.
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persephone134 6 months ago
The writing has become less flowery than in the last few similar posts. That's good.
Mel in Georgia 6 months ago
I absolutely hate AI descriptions. But yes, it seems many of these have been "deflowered."
Load More Replies... Forrest Hobbs 6 months ago
Fascinating - but I suspect there's rather too much AI going on here for my liking. The descriptions mostly don't read like they were written by a real person.
Auntriarch 6 months ago
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Scott Marchington 6 months ago
"50 Times Archaeologists Found Something That Stopped Us In Our Tracks" is missleading title for this article. Sights are impressive, but most were not found by archaeologists
Molly Block 6 months ago
LOVED this series so much! I will be spending hours on YT researching all I can find about the stories that interested me the most. Thank you! This is why I love BP, not because of the drama at work stories, or the MIL stories of drama over the baby, but stories about things like this--fascinating, educational. I don't feel like i'm wasting my time, as much.
Cronecast AtTheRisingMoon 6 months ago
This was fascinating, thank you so much for sharing it, and then also thank you to all people who added information, that was really helpful!
persephone134 6 months ago
The writing has become less flowery than in the last few similar posts. That's good.
Mel in Georgia 6 months ago
I absolutely hate AI descriptions. But yes, it seems many of these have been "deflowered."
Load More Replies... Forrest Hobbs 6 months ago
Fascinating - but I suspect there's rather too much AI going on here for my liking. The descriptions mostly don't read like they were written by a real person.
Auntriarch 6 months ago
Thank goodness for knowledgeable and, dare I say it, pedantic Pandas.
Load More Replies... Scott Marchington 6 months ago
"50 Times Archaeologists Found Something That Stopped Us In Our Tracks" is missleading title for this article. Sights are impressive, but most were not found by archaeologists
Molly Block 6 months ago
LOVED this series so much! I will be spending hours on YT researching all I can find about the stories that interested me the most. Thank you! This is why I love BP, not because of the drama at work stories, or the MIL stories of drama over the baby, but stories about things like this--fascinating, educational. I don't feel like i'm wasting my time, as much.
Cronecast AtTheRisingMoon 6 months ago
This was fascinating, thank you so much for sharing it, and then also thank you to all people who added information, that was really helpful!
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