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Zeugma – A Forgotten Roman Gem Zeugma, once a thriving Roman town, sat strategically on the banks of the Euphrates River. It served as a vital bridge connecting the Mediterranean…

Introduction to Tambo Viejo and the Inca Expansion Tambo Viejo is a remarkable archaeological site founded after the Inca Empire absorbed Peru’s Acari Valley in the mid-15th century. Located where…

A Paradise for Poets and Prehistorians Described as a "country of enchantment" and compared to paradise on earth, the Vézère Valley in southwestern France has captivated poets, travelers, and archaeologists…

Introduction: A New World Heritage Site In July 2019, UNESCO added the Plain of Jars in Laos to its list of World Heritage Sites. Scattered across the rugged and forested…

The Danube: Lifeline of Europe Stretching nearly 2,000km from southern Germany to the Black Sea, the Danube has long been central to the shaping of Europe. A vital artery for…

Overlooked Heartlands of the Roman Empire The Danubian provinces—Pannonia, Moesia, and Illyricum—rarely feature in modern historical accounts, despite their vital role in both Roman and medieval times. These regions were…

What is the Sumerian Plaque? The Sumerian Plaque is a finely crafted limestone relief dating back to around 2400 BCE, during the Early Dynastic III period of ancient Mesopotamia. Originating…