Perfectly Preserved Pre-Roman Tomb Unearthed at Etruscan Necropolis in Italy

Medicine & Technology Mar 02, 2024

Archaeologists reveal a perfectly preserved Etruscan tomb in San Giuliano, enriching Etruscan heritage exploration. Check out more details of this discovery in this article.

Roman Tombs in Bulgaria From 1,800 Years Ago Found by Farmer While Plowing Field; Grave Appears To Tell 'Sad Family Story' of Wealthy Landowners

Feb 18, 2024

A farmer in Bulgaria unexpectedly came across two Roman-era graves while he was plowing his field. Read to learn more.

1,700-Year-Old Royal Tomb Found in Guatemala; Findings Include Jade Mask With Maya Deity Depiction

Jan 31, 2024

Archaeologists were able to find a 1,700-year-old royal tomb filled with funeral offerings, including a mosaic jade mask with a Maya deity depiction. Read to learn more.

Stone-Lined Tomb From 4,000 Years Ago Found During Norway Construction Work; Findings Could Offer Hints About Their First Farmers

Nov 16, 2023

The stone-lined cist tomb was found to contain the remains of at least five individuals. Read to learn more.

Forgotten Female Egyptian Ruler? Archaeologists Excavate Extravagant Burial Site of a Powerful Woman Who May Have Ruled Egypt

Oct 20, 2023

Questions regarding the ancient Egyptian queen's influence and status are still at the center of several research efforts. Read to learn more.

'Tomb of Cerberus' From 2,000 Years Ago Discovered in Italy Features Preserved Fresco of Greek Mythology Three-Headed Dog

Oct 10, 2023

Among the many frescos found in the tomb, the depiction of the three-headed Cerberus is the most notable. This eventually gave the burial chamber its name, "Tomb of Cerberus." Read to learn more.

1,400-year-old Emperor Tomb in China Confirms Political Power Struggle Between Royal Siblings, Warlord

Sep 27, 2023

The tomb serves as the first physical evidence of a political power struggle that occurred when the Northern Zhou dynasty was being founded. Read to learn more.

3,000-Year-Old Tomb of Possible Earth-Spirit Mediator Shaman Discovered in Peru

Sep 04, 2023

Archaeologists also found other items, including full ceramic vessels and body painting seals, along with the shaman's body. Read to learn more.

Ancient Priest’s Remains Discovered From 3,000-Year-Old Tomb in Peru, First-of-a-Kind Discovery for Peruvian Team

Aug 28, 2023

A team of archaeologists discovered a 3,000-year-old tomb of an ancient priest alongside ceramic offerings. Find out more about it in this article.

Two 1845 British Expedition Ships That Ended in Cannibalism and Death Explored To Find Captain’s Tomb

Aug 27, 2023

A note in 1859 revealed that the ships were trapped in ice in September 1846. Read to learn more.

Fears of Booby Traps and Mercury Surrounding China's First Emperor Qin Shi Huang's 2,200-Year-Old Tomb Left It Unopened

Aug 07, 2023

The tomb of China's first emperor may hide deadly traps: crossbows and mercury-filled rivers, as warned by ancient historian's account. Read the article to learn more.

Silver of Ancient Egyptian Queen's Bracelets Found To Originate From Greece; Findings Shed Light on Prehistoric Trade Networks

Jun 02, 2023

A recent analysis of the bracelets belonging to an ancient Egyptian queen sheds light on the prehistoric trade networks shared by ancient Egypt and Greece. Read to learn more.

Duke Jing of Qi Tomb Excavated Showing Remains of 600 Sacrificial Horses Neatly Arranged in a Row

May 31, 2023

Hundreds or horses were sacrificed and buried in the tomb of Duke Jing of Qi. Continue reading for the full story.

2,300-year-old Celtic Grave Items: Scissors, Folded Sword Found Inside Ancient Cremation Tomb in Germany

May 16, 2023

A pair of scissors was found to be in an exceptionally good condition. Read to learn more.

3,300-year-old Ancient Egyptian Chapel, Tombs Found in Historic Saqqara

Apr 23, 2023

One of the largest tombs that were recently found in Saqqara belonged to Panehsy, the ancient overseer of the Amun temple. Read to learn more.