Archaeology
Welcome to the Archaeology News section, your source for the latest discoveries and research from the ancient world. Here, we explore the groundbreaking work of archaeologists as they unearth the remnants of lost civilizations, revealing the stories that have shaped human history.
Archaeology
Significant multi-period discoveries in Delbrück-Bentfeld
An archaeological excavation in Delbrück-Bentfeld, a town in the east of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, has unearthed nearly 400 features of archaeological interest that span several centuries.
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Excavation confirms the origin of Sheffield Castle
Archaeologists excavating the former site of Sheffield Castle site have confirmed that an artificial mound within the castle interior is a motte dating back to the earliest phase of the castle’s construction.
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WWII bunker unexpectedly discovered during forest clearance works
A WWII bunker has been discovered during forest clearance works for the S17 Piaski–Hrebenne expressway in eastern Poland.
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Salvage project reveals 500 years of Veracruz history
An archaeological salvage project in Veracruz, Mexico, has uncovered more than five centuries of the city’s urban development and everyday life.
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Aerial photographs indicate an enormous Avar-Era cemetery
An analysis of aerial photographs has led to the discovery of a previously unknown Avar-era cemetery on the outskirts of Tatabánya, Hungary.
Unprecedented Roman discovery in Ireland
Archaeologists have made an unprecedented Roman discovery during excavations at Drumanagh in north Dublin.
Exquisite marble sarcophagus unearthed near Caesarea
Archaeologists from the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA), working on behalf of the Caesarea Development Corporation, have unearthed an exquisitely sculptured marble sarcophagus near the coastal city of Caesarea, Israel.
Viking-Era boat burial uncovered on Senja
Archaeologists have uncovered a Viking-Era boat burial on the island of Senja in northern Norway.
Secrets to crafting the Nebra Sky Disc revealed
Using a blend of forensic material analysis with experimental archaeology, researchers have successfully reconstructed the techniques and processes behind crafting the Nebra Sky Disc.
Royal tomb unearthed in Gordion could belong to King Midas’ family
Archaeologists from the Gordion Project have uncovered a Phrygian royal tomb, potentially belonging to a member of King Midas' Family from the 8th century BC.
Bronze Age tombs reveal wealth from ancient trade
The discovery of three Bronze Age tombs at Dromolaxia-Vyzakia has shed light on ancient trade routes connecting Cyprus with the Aegean, Anatolia, Egypt, and the Near East.
Dolphin mosaic discovery is part of an expansive Roman villa complex
Archaeologists from OÖ Landes-Kultur GmbH and the University of Salzburg have uncovered an expansive Roman villa complex on Reinberg hill in Thalheim bei Wels, Austria.
Over 100 prehistoric structures found in Spanish cave
Archaeologists from the University of Alicante and the University of Zaragoza have discovered over 100 prehistoric structures within the Cova Dones cave system in Valencia, Span.
Viking-era treasure hoard among several significant discoveries in Täby
Several significant Viking-era discoveries have been made in Täby, Sweden, where archaeologists from Arkeologerna have uncovered a large silver hoard alongside the remains of an extensive farming settlement.
Lost monuments of the “people of the cloud forest” unearthed at Gran Pajatén
The World Monuments Fund (WMF) has announced the discovery of more than 100 previously undocumented structures at Gran Pajatén, located within Peru’s Río Abiseo National Park.
1,600-year-old Byzantine mosaic unveiled for the first time
A large Byzantine-era mosaic discovered in 1990 at the edge of Khirbat Be’er Shema, Israel, has been unveiled to the public for the first time.
Over 1,200 archaeological sites identified in the Bayuda Desert
Archaeologists have identified over 1,200 archaeological sites during an exploration project of Sudan’s Bayuda Desert.
5,000-year-old fire altar discovery at oldest centre of civilisation in the Americas
Archaeologists have uncovered a 5,000-year-old fire altar at the Era de Pando archaeological site, revealing new secrets of the oldest centre of civilisation in the Americas.
Nationally important WWII military treasures unearthed
Two nationally important WWII military treasures have been unearthed in the State Forests of Poland.
Mysterious brass eagle discovered in Chełm Forest District
A metal detecting survey in the Chełm Forest District, Poland, has resulted in the discovery of a mysterious brass eagle badge.