Severe drought in Turkey's Keban Dam in Tunceli revealed the military barracks of the ancient Pertek Castle, which emerged for only the second time since the dam started operating 51 years ago.
Some old Scandinavian writings trace kings back to Christ’s birth, once dismissed as mere tales—but perhaps there’s truth in them.
The discoveries were focused on the Al-Shabakah area, which was once a large lake during the Pleistocene epoch but is now a dry lake bed with ancient wadis, or dry riverbeds, running through it.
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The bathing complex was constructed in 100 CE on the site of a swimming pool from the 5th century BCE.
The inclusion of a latrine in the wooden structure proved pivotal in indicating the elite status of the building.
The latest discovery is the oldest confirmed use of a combination of two or more plant toxins applied to arrowheads.
"The three plants form the basis for primary colors. They were often combined to make other shades like green, orange, purple, and even black."
With support from the Nigrán City Council and crowdfunding, the Association for the Repatriation of the Mosaic raised €58,000 to purchase the piece.
Situated within the "golden triangle" formed by Shiraz, Yazd, and Isfahan, Abarkuh is known for its historical sites, including an iconic 4,000-year-old cypress tree.