Aztalan State Park: A Glimpse into Ancient History Aztalan State Park is in the Town of Aztalan, Jefferson County, Wisconsin. Established in 1952, it became a National Historic Landmark in 1964 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1966. The park spans 172 acres along the Crawfish River. Ancient Mississippian Culture…
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The Blaauboschkraal Stone Ruins (Adams Calendar)
The Blaauboschkraal stone ruins, also known as Adams Calendar, are a provincial heritage site in Mpumalanga, South Africa. Located near Emgwenya, about 10 kilometers away, the site was declared a national monument on April 18, 1975. It is recognized by the South African Heritage Resources Agency. Bokoni Stone Ruins Overview The Blaauboschkraal stone ruins were…
Tepe Hasanlu
Uncovering the Mysteries of Teppe Hasanlu Teppe Hasanlu, located in northwest Iran’s West Azerbaijan province, is an ancient archaeological site. Just south of Lake Urmia, this site offers a snapshot of a city frozen in time. The city was destroyed in the 9th century BC, preserving buildings, artifacts, and skeletal remains. Researchers believe the Mannaeans…
Thracian tomb Shushmanets
The Thracian tomb at Shushmanets sits in the Valley of the Thracian Rulers. Built in the 4th century BC, it started as a temple and later became a tomb. Unique Architecture The temple features a long, wide entry corridor. An antechamber follows, with a semi-cylindrical room supported by an elegant column. This column’s top resembles…
Pergamon
An Ancient Powerhouse Pergamon, once a flourishing Greek city, sat prominently 26 kilometers from today’s Aegean coast. Perched on a promontory north of the Caicus River, it commands views toward modern Bergama, Turkey. As the capital of the Kingdom of Pergamon during the Hellenistic era, it was a beacon of culture and intellect from 281…
Aquis Querquennis
Historical Background of Aquis Querquennis Aquis Querquennis is a Roman fort located in Ourense Province, Galicia, Spain. It was constructed between 69-79 AD to accommodate soldiers tasked with building the Via XVIII, also known as Via Nova. This fort played a pivotal role until 120 AD, housing the Legio VII Gemina before their deployment to…