Five hundred years ago, high in the Andes Mountains, a young girl was sacrificed and laid to rest near the summit of Ampato, a dormant volcano. Recognized as the ‘Inca Ice Maiden,’ this young woman’s body underwent a remarkable natural preservation process, ensuring the survival of her hair, fingernails, and the vivid garments she wore […]
On a spring Saturday in 1950, brothers Viggo and Emil Højgaard from the village of Tollund, Denmark, stumbled upon a dead man while cutting peat in a local bog. This discovery not only unraveled a murder case but also sparked numerous studies and led to the revelation of hundreds of ancient bog mummies. The bogs […]
The reconstruction of the 5000-year-old woman discovered at the “Burnt City” showcases the remarkable advancements in anthropological and paleontological technology, as well as forensic techniques. Believed to have belonged to the upper echelons of society, she likely held the esteemed role of a priestess during her lifetime. What sets her apart is the fascinating discovery […]
Queen Tiye was from Upper Egypt. Images of her and her role in ancient Egyptian history is often omitted, precisely because she is unmistakably Black and African. She single-handedly debunks the theory that ancient Kemet(Egypt) was a non-black, non-African society. Many Egyptologists and scholars initially tried to claim that she was born in Nubia, and […]
Join us on an adventurous journey into the mysterious mythology of the Zapotec Gods in Oaxaca. Travel through time to explore these ancient deities, shedding light on their profound influence on Zapotec culture and daily life. From sacred symbols intricately woven into mesmerizing mythological tales passed down through generations, embark on this journey to gain […]
In a groundbreaking discovery, archaeologists from the Public Research Institute of History, Archaeology, and Heritage (PRIHAH) have unearthed two temples dating back over 1300 years in the village of Mudimanikyam, nestled along the serene banks of the river Krishna in Nalgonda district, India. Led by Dr. M A Srinivasan and S Ashok Kumar, the team […]
Roopkund Lake, nestled amidst the majestic peaks of the Indian Himalayas, has become a site of intrigue and fascination. Situated at an altitude of over 16,000 feet, this remote glacial lake has captured the imagination of adventurers and scientists alike due to the discovery of hundreds of human skeletons scattered around its shores. This mysterious […]
According to a recent CNN report, groundbreaking analysis of ancient DNA samples from the Avars, a nomadic population hailing from the Eurasian Steppe, offers intriguing revelations into their social and marriage customs. Dominating eastern central Europe for 250 years from the mid-sixth to early ninth century A.D., the Avars left an indelible mark on history. […]
In recent years, shocking claims have circulated online regarding the discovery of an “alien mummy” inside an Egyptian pyramid, causing a stir in the archaeological community as archaeologists purportedly confirmed the existence of this mysterious creature. However, upon closer examination, a different truth emerged – involving smarter image data processing and a case of mistaken […]
Stepping into the ancient kingdom of Egypt, where deep within grand tombs lies a chilling mystery that has perplexed scholars for generations. Discovered in 1898, the “Younger Lady” mummy carries the secrets of a lineage intertwined with the great pharaohs of Egypt. Shedding light on her story will unveil a tale of royalty, family ties, […]