Roman Basilica designed by Vitruvius found in central Italy
A Roman basilica designed by Vitruvius, a leading architect of classical architecture during antiquity, was unearthed in central Italy.
Hiker stumbles across ancient rock paintings in Kayseri
A series of rock paintings has been discovered in the region of Kayseri, located in Central Anatolia, Turkey.
Medieval fortress discovered in Southwestern Crimea
Researchers from Sevastopol State University have identified a previously unknown medieval fortress near the village of Rodnoye in southwestern Crimea.
Republican tombs found in Rome suburb
Archaeologists have uncovered a major funerary complex dating to the early Republican period in Rome’s Pietralata district.
New evidence indicates use of geothermal resources during Neolithic period
A new study conducted at Bagno dei Frati within the thermal complex of Terme di Sorano in Italy has revealed new evidence for the use of geothermal resources during the Neolithic period.
Early Roman marching camps confirm 3rd century advances in Germania
Archaeological investigations have led to the identification of the first confirmed Roman marching camps in the federal state of Saxony-Anhalt, providing the earliest structural evidence that Roman military units advanced into the interior of Germania as far as the Elbe River.
Submerged remains found at El Huarco Archaeological Complex
The Ministry of Culture has initiated a new research campaign in the marine area surrounding the El Huarco Archaeological Complex, a significant coastal heritage site located in the district of Cerro Azul, Cañete province, south of Lima.
Rare 5th-century BC bone stylus discovered in Gela excavation
Archaeologists working in the Orto Fontanelle area of Gela have uncovered a remarkably rare and perfectly preserved bone ceramist’s stylus, a find being hailed as one of exceptional historical and archaeological value.
Inscriptions reveal the lives behind the ancient temples of the Middle East
Stone temples rising from the deserts of the ancient Near East were meant to embody the power of the gods.
World’s oldest poison arrows discovered
Even in the deep Stone Age, humans possessed biochemical knowledge that appears extraordinary by modern standards.
Tang Dynasty noblewoman buried with gold hair ornaments
Archaeologists in northwest China have identified an elaborately furnished tomb belonging to a young Tang Dynasty noblewoman, providing significant evidence for the extent of China’s engagement with trans-Eurasian exchange networks during the late seventh century.
Near-complete bronze carnyx among Iron Age hoard discovery
A remarkable hoard of Iron Age metalwork dating back approximately 2,000 years has been uncovered in West Norfolk, shedding new light on the ceremonial and martial traditions of Britain’s Celtic communities.
Protective “Solomon’s Knot” mosaic uncovered in ancient Smyrna
Archaeologists have uncovered a rare mosaic room in the ancient city of Smyrna, featuring a central “Solomon’s Knot” motif believed to have served as a protective symbol against evil and misfortune during Late Antiquity.
Study identifies urban metropolis at X’baatún
Significant progress is being made in the recognition and documentation of X’baatún, a little-known Maya archaeological site located within Oxwatz Park in the ejido of Tekal de Venegas, Yucatán.
LiDAR reveals lost ancient landscape in Andean Chocó
Deep beneath the dense rainforest of the Andean Chocó, north-west of Quito, an ancient pre-Hispanic landscape is emerging using LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging).
