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Hire Benkal: India's Largely Unknown Prehistoric Megalithic Site

Hire Benkal in Karnataka, India, contains almost 1,000 prehistoric megalithic structures dating back over 2,500 years, featuring rock paintings and dolmens clustered around a water basin; local legends attribute construction to dwarfs, raising questions about cultural memory and preservation challen...

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Human" Documentary Reveals Earlier Homo Sapiens Existence

Ella Al-Shamahi's new five-part documentary, "Human," traces the evolution of humankind from the era of Homo neanderthalensis, Homo floresiensis and Homo erectus, revealing that Homo sapiens existed as far back as 350,000 years ago, much earlier than previously thought, and highlighting how environm...

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Ancient Mayan Tomb Unearths Clues to Caracol's Early History

Archaeologists in Caracol, Guatemala, unearthed a tomb containing the remains of Te K'ab Chaak, Caracol's first king, along with artifacts dating to 350 CE, including ceramics depicting rulers and captives, and objects from distant Teotihuacan, revealing insights into early Mayan society and its con...

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Athens Completes 21-Year Archaeological Site Unification Project

The completion of Athens' Vasilissis Olgas Avenue redevelopment, connecting Zappeion Gardens to other historical sites, marks a 21-year journey overcoming political hurdles and design debates, unifying archaeological areas and enhancing pedestrian accessibility.

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Ancient Sites Reveal Human History Across Continents

Archaeological sites in Iran, France, Greece, Jamaica, Korea, and Tadzjikistan reveal human evolution, cultural development, and societal transformations across millennia, from Neanderthal presence to sophisticated urban planning and extensive trade networks.

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Minoan Palace Centers Inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List

Six Minoan Palace Centers in Crete – Knossos, Phaistos, Malia, Zakros, Zominthos, and Kydonia – were inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List on July 26th, 2023, following a long process of preparation and international evaluation, recognizing their outstanding universal value and securing Greece's...

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Aerial Photos Reveal New Perspectives on the Great Sphinx of Giza

Osama Sherif's aerial photography of the Great Sphinx of Giza reveals new perspectives, highlighting its size, relation to the pyramids and modern Cairo, and the monument's historical context.

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Great Pyramid Discovery Challenges Existing Construction Theories

Archaeologists have discovered a previously unknown chamber inside Egypt's Great Pyramid, challenging existing theories about its 4,500-year-old construction and suggesting advanced engineering techniques or knowledge.

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Multistory Buildings Unearthed in Lost Egyptian City

British and Egyptian archaeologists unearthed multistory buildings, granaries, and a ceremonial road in the lost city of Imet (Buto) in Egypt's Nile Delta, dating to the Ptolemaic Period (332-30 BC), revealing a densely populated urban center with a complex infrastructure.

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UNESCO Expands World Heritage List with Diverse Historical Sites

UNESCO has added King Ludwig II's Bavarian castles and twelve other cultural sites across the globe to its World Heritage list, encompassing diverse historical periods and cultures, from prehistoric settlements to medieval kingdoms, significantly impacting cultural preservation and tourism.

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Easter Island: New Study Challenges Isolation Narrative

A new study reveals multiple waves of Polynesian settlers arrived on Easter Island over 800 years, challenging the prior understanding of its isolation; researchers found similarities in ritual practices and monumental structures across Polynesia, indicating robust interaction networks.

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Tomb of First Caracol Ruler Unearthed in Belize

Archaeologists in Belize discovered the 1,700-year-old tomb of Te K'ab Chaak, the first ruler of Caracol, containing artifacts suggesting extensive trade and cultural exchange with Teotihuacan and other Mayan cities, challenging previous assumptions about the city's early governance.

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