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New Element of Triceratops Defense Found In Wyoming Fossils

Ancient-Origins.net - Thu, 03/28/2024 - 08:48

Though Spielberg’s Jurassic Park got a few things wrong historically, it seemed to have got some things spot on. Triceratops, the dinosaur with three horns

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The Many Stories of Ariadne’s Life and Love

Ancient-Origins.net - Wed, 03/27/2024 - 18:37

One of the largest Bronze Age archaeological sites in Crete is the palace ruins at Knossos. The passageways have an elaborate layout and one can still see murals that show a sport in which men would jump over bulls. 

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Mythical Ancient Emperors Who Fought Over the Birth of China

Ancient-Origins.net - Wed, 03/27/2024 - 17:44

In Zhengzhou, China, stands a monumental testament to antiquity: a towering sculpture, reaching a staggering 106 meters (348 ft) in height. 

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Stone, Water, and Elephants: Survival Secrets of Early Humans

Ancient-Origins.net - Wed, 03/27/2024 - 17:00

Archaeologists from Tel Aviv University have uncovered the mystery surrounding extensive Paleolithic stone quarrying and tool-making sites: 

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What Are the Contributions of the Olmecs to the World? (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Wed, 03/27/2024 - 14:52

The Olmecs, an ancient Mesoamerican civilization predating the Aztecs and Mayas, left a profound mark on history despite the mysteries surrounding their origins and disappearance.

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The 2,000-year-old Hallaton Helmet Is Reborn in Beautiful Reproduction

Ancient-Origins.net - Wed, 03/27/2024 - 12:00

A Roman cavalry helmet, initially called a ‘rusty bucket’ has been replicated to show its former glory, 23 years after the original was found in a field in Leicestershire, England. 

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Pangu: Mythological Insights into the Chinese Creation Story

Ancient-Origins.net - Wed, 03/27/2024 - 08:50

Pangu is a prominent figure in Chinese creation mythology. To this day, the Zhuang people sing a traditional song about Pangu creating the heavens and Earth. 

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Anatolia: A Cradle of History and Rich Culture (Video)

Ancient-Origins.net - Tue, 03/26/2024 - 18:55

Anatolia, nestled between the continents of Europe and Asia, is a veritable treasure trove of ancient civilizations and cultural heritage.

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Why Did Modern Humans Replace the Neanderthals?

Ancient-Origins.net - Tue, 03/26/2024 - 16:47

Why did humans take over the world while our closest relatives, the Neanderthals, became extinct? It’s possible we were just smarter, but there’s surprisingly little evidence that’s true.

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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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