Magdalenenberg is an ancient burial mound located in Germany’s Black Forest region. It is the largest of its kind in Central Europe. This mound is believed to date back to the Hallstatt period, between 616 and 609 BC. The site has great archaeological importance due to its scale and the insights it provides into early…
Prambanan
Prambanan is a large Hindu temple complex in Central Java, Indonesia. Built during the 9th century AD, it is dedicated to the Trimurti: Brahma (the Creator), Vishnu (the Preserver), and Shiva (the Destroyer). This temple complex is recognized as one of the most important Hindu monuments in Southeast Asia and was designated a UNESCO World…
Precinct of Amun-Re
The Precinct of Amun-Re is one of the largest religious complexes in ancient Egypt. It is part of the Karnak Temple Complex, located in Thebes, now known as modern-day Luxor. The complex was built over many centuries, beginning in the Middle Kingdom around 2055 BC and continuing through the Ptolemaic period. The precinct is dedicated…
The Pömmelte Circle Shrine
The Pömmelte Circle Shrine is an ancient ceremonial site located near the Elbe River in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. This Neolithic structure dates back to around 2300 BC, making it roughly contemporaneous with Stonehenge in England. Archaeologists believe it was used for religious and ceremonial purposes, such as ritual offerings and burials.Discovery and ExcavationThe site was first…
The Taosi Observatory
The Taosi Observatory is an ancient site in Shanxi Province, China. It dates back to around 2100 BC during the late Neolithic period. Archaeologists believe it was part of the Taosi culture, which is linked to the Longshan culture. The observatory is significant because it reflects early Chinese efforts to track celestial events, including solstices…
Wurdi Youang
Wurdi Youang is an ancient stone arrangement located in Victoria, Australia. It holds significance as one of the oldest known astronomical sites in the world. This site, constructed by the Indigenous Wathaurong people, is often compared to similar structures, such as Stonehenge. Its purpose and use in early Aboriginal culture highlight the advanced understanding of…