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Read more about the article Cappadocia Often described as a ‘fairytale land’, Cappadocia’s hills and valleys are filled with caves, tunnels, and ‘fairy chimneys

Cappadocia Often described as a ‘fairytale land’, Cappadocia’s hills and valleys are filled with caves, tunnels, and ‘fairy chimneys

Exploring Cappadocia: A Fairytale Land of History and Nature Introduction Cappadocia, located in central Türkiye, is a mesmerizing region known for its surreal landscapes, rich history, and unique rock formations.…

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Read more about the article Circles of stone – Exploring the Weird monuments of Jomon Japan
A plan of the double concentric circles at Oyu (TOP). Features at the centre of the circles are referred to as ‘sundials’ (BELOW), which seem to be aligned on the midwinter sunrise. [Image: Steve Colmer]

Circles of stone – Exploring the Weird monuments of Jomon Japan

Jomon Stone Circles: Unraveling the Mysteries of Prehistoric Japan Monumental Legacy of the Jomon People The Jomon peoples of northern Japan were unique among foraging societies for their large-scale monument-building.…

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Read more about the article Ötzi’s 5,300 years old Alps Iceman who lived between 3350 and 3100 BC
This digital table allows visitors to access images of Ötzi’s remains

Ötzi’s 5,300 years old Alps Iceman who lived between 3350 and 3100 BC

Ötzi: The Iceman and His Museum A Museum Like No Other Many archaeology museums can feel dry and academic, catering more to professionals than the public. However, the South Tyrol…

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Read more about the article The Age of Decadence
This frieze is from a tomb known as the Nereid Monument, which dates to 390-380 BC and was found in Turkey. The tomb is linked to a man called Erbinna, who was a local ruler. Although the tomb features many Greek influences, Erbinna was keen to be seen as a prince in the Persian tradition. Here, he is shown reclining on a couch, holding aloft a rhyton with his right hand, and balancing a bowl on his left hand. [IMAGE: © The Trustees of the British Museum]

The Age of Decadence

 The Age of Decadence: Luxury and Power: The Role of Opulence in the Achaemenid Empire, Athens, and Alexander the Great Luxury has always been a symbol of wealth and status,…

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Read more about the article La Tène was discovered more than 150 years ago, the site gave its name to the second half of the Iron Age across much of Europe
Hans Kopp fishing for antiquities at La Tène. An engraving after a drawing by Louis Favre, 1865. [IMAGE: Laténium archive]

La Tène was discovered more than 150 years ago, the site gave its name to the second half of the Iron Age across much of Europe

Discovered over 150 years ago, La Tène lent its name to the second half of the Iron Age across much of Europe, with its distinctive artifacts often linked to the…

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Read more about the article Terracotta Warriors – A collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China
The terracotta warriors are among the most renowned finds associated with a Chinese tomb, in this case the one belonging to the First Emperor. Further tomb finds, stretching back over thousands of years, offer a fresh glimpse of the development of ancient China. [Image: © Marco Clarizia | Dreamstime.com]

Terracotta Warriors – A collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China

Deep beneath the earth, the ancient people of what is now China constructed extraordinary houses and palaces—not for the living, but for the dead. These elaborate tombs were designed to…

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Read more about the article The lost world of Sanxingdui (China)
This huge bronze mask measures 71cm high by 131cm wide, and dates back to c.1300-1100 BC. It was excavated in pit 3 at Sanxingdui in 2021, and is the largest bronze mask ever found at the site. The face, eyes, and ears were cast separately and then soldered together. The openings in the centre of the forehead and on both sides of the face were intended to attach the mask to something. Residues of silk have been observed near the right eye – clues for further research into the use and function of the mask. [Image: © Sichuan Provincial Institute of Cultural Relics and Archaeology]

The lost world of Sanxingdui (China)

Sanxingdui has yielded an astonishing array of Bronze Age artifacts, many of which were intentionally smashed or burned before being buried. This enigmatic treatment raises intriguing questions about their purpose…

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