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Where the Garden of Eden Actually Could Have Been (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Tue, 03/26/2024 - 14:50

The quest for the Garden of Eden, a mythical paradise mentioned in religious texts, leads us through a labyrinth of historical clues and archaeological findings.

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Burials in Azerbaijan Point to the Existence of Mythical Amazonian Women!

Ancient-Origins.net - Tue, 03/26/2024 - 12:01

The legendary Amazons of ancient Greece emerged in classical literature around 3,000 years ago, notably mentioned in the 8th century BC in the Iliad.

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Scientists Make A Great Step Forward in the ‘Where After Africa?’ Question

Ancient-Origins.net - Tue, 03/26/2024 - 08:51

A growing body of evidence indicates that our ancestors left Africa between approximately 70 to 60 thousand years ago. Yet, it wasn't until around 45,000 years ago that they spread across Eurasia.

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Codices of San Andrés Tetepilco Recovered in Mexican Church

Ancient-Origins.net - Mon, 03/25/2024 - 18:57

With proven authenticity that links them to the transition period between the 16th and 17th centuries, three pictographic documents called the Codices of San Andrés Tetepilco

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Egyptian Temples and the Order of Creation: Embodying Eternity in Time

Ancient-Origins.net - Mon, 03/25/2024 - 17:17

The temples of ancient Egypt represent one of the most enduring monumental expressions of religion and cosmology in the history of the world, serving as the very heart of pharaonic culture for nearly three thousand years.

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Jousting Horses Ridden by English Knights Came from Mainland Europe

Ancient-Origins.net - Mon, 03/25/2024 - 16:53

Jousting was a popular sport among elites in medieval England, as anyone who has ever read a book or watched a movie about English knights in the Middle Ages is well aware. 

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How Did the Chinese Develop Their Writing System? (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Mon, 03/25/2024 - 14:50

The Chinese writing system, originating during the Shang Dynasty around 1600 BC, is a testament to China's rich cultural heritage.

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Language Developed 8 Times Earlier Than Previously Thought, Says New Book

Ancient-Origins.net - Mon, 03/25/2024 - 11:51

A landmark new book that has researched evolutionary and linguistic development of prehistoric humans, has found that language might be older almost 8 times

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Philip II Outlawed Arabic to Try to Erase Moorish Heritage in Spain

Ancient-Origins.net - Mon, 03/25/2024 - 08:51

The reign of Philip II of Spain stands as a pivotal era marked by religious fervor. In 1566, Philip II issued a decree that reverberated across the Iberian Peninsula.

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First Ever Scientific Underwater Excavation of Black Sea Reveals Ancient Harbor

Ancient-Origins.net - Sun, 03/24/2024 - 17:02

In 2020, the first ever scientific underwater excavation ever undertaken in the Black Sea was started. 

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Pirates of the Indian Ocean: The Red Sea Men (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Sun, 03/24/2024 - 14:56

The saga of the Red Sea Men, pirates who ventured far beyond the Caribbean, unfolds as a tale of maritime adventure driven by the pursuit of riches and shifting geopolitics. 

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Tacitus: The Master Chronicler of Ancient Rome

Ancient-Origins.net - Sun, 03/24/2024 - 12:00

Publius Cornelius Tacitus, better known as just Tacitus, is arguably one of the most illustrious figures in Roman historiography. 

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The Garamantes, Ancient Masters of the Hostile Sahara

Ancient-Origins.net - Sun, 03/24/2024 - 08:49

In the heart of the Sahara desert, an arid wasteland the size of the US, it seems nothing can survive. 

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Euclid and the Birth of Geometry

Ancient-Origins.net - Sat, 03/23/2024 - 17:02

It’s no secret that many of us are not too fond of mathematics and geometry, and that it is often too complex. 

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The Shogun - The True Story of Tokugawa Ieyasu (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Sat, 03/23/2024 - 14:59

Amidst the turbulent backdrop of Japan's 16th and 17th centuries, Tokugawa Ieyasu emerged as a legendary figure, blending martial prowess with strategic finesse. Born in 1543, his early years were marred by familial strife and political upheaval. Kidnapped at a tender age, he endured the complexities of hostage life, unknowingly forging alliances and rivalries. As he matured, Ieyasu navigated the treacherous currents of feudal politics, seizing opportunities and securing allegiances to become a powerful shogun.

His journey was marked by pivotal moments, from reclaiming his ancestral seat to forging alliances with former foes like Oda Nobunaga. Harnessing the power of firearms and employing cunning tactics, he played a decisive role in shaping Japan's destiny. Battles like Okehazama showcased his battlefield prowess, while alliances with figures like Takeda Shingen demonstrated his diplomatic acumen.

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Rapa Nui Obsidian Discovery: Did the Islanders sail to America?

Ancient-Origins.net - Sat, 03/23/2024 - 11:30

It has long been thought that the people of Rapa Nui (popularly called Easter Island) lived a largely isolated existence, cut off from other lands by the vast and treacherous ocean. 

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Rama's Bridge: Where Modern Science and Ancient Myths Collide

Ancient-Origins.net - Sat, 03/23/2024 - 08:03

Historians, archaeologists, and researchers in our distant past insist that civilized life began on the Earth about 5,000 years ago. 

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Bringing an Italian Vampire Back to Life (With a Brick in Her Mouth!)

Ancient-Origins.net - Fri, 03/22/2024 - 19:03

A woman who lived in 16th century Italy was buried in a most unusual fashion.

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Mastaba With Stunning Murals Unearthed in Dahshur Necropolis

Ancient-Origins.net - Fri, 03/22/2024 - 17:00

In the shadow of the ancient pyramids of Dahshur, a remarkable discovery has once again highlighted Egypt's enduring legacy as a cradle of human civilization.

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The Roman Empire’s First Civil War: The Year of the 4 Emperors (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Fri, 03/22/2024 - 15:00

In the wake of Emperor Nero's demise, Rome plunged into the tumultuous Year of the Four Emperors, marked by intrigue, betrayal, and bloodshed.

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