Introduction to Blackhammer Chambered Cairn Blackhammer Chambered Cairn is a Neolithic tomb on the island of Rousay, Orkney, Scotland. Constructed around 3000 BC, it belongs to the Orkney–Cromarty chambered cairns. These cairns feature stalled burial compartments. Historic Environment Scotland designated the site as a scheduled monument in 1994. Location and Setting The monument sits near…
Estação Arqueológica do Prazo
Exploring the Prazo Archaeological Site: A Journey Through Time Located in the heart of Douro Superior, the Prazo Archaeological Site in Freixo de Numão, Foz Côa, offers a fascinating glimpse into history. This site spans from the Paleolithic era to contemporary times, showcasing the evolution of human settlement over millennia. Uncovering the Past Discovered in…
Takamatsuzuka Tomb
Takamatsuzuka Tomb: A Glimpse into Japan’s Ancient Past The Takamatsuzuka Tomb, located in Asuka Village, Nara Prefecture, Japan, offers a unique window into ancient Japanese culture. This circular tomb, dating from the late 7th to early 8th century AD, stands as a significant archaeological and historical site. A Serendipitous Discovery In the 1960s, a local…
Dra’ Abu el-Naga’
Exploring Dra’ Abu el-Naga: A Timeless Egyptian Necropolis The necropolis of Dra’ Abu el-Naga’, located on the West Bank of the Nile at Thebes, Egypt, holds immense historical value. It sits near the entrance of the dry bay leading to Deir el-Bahari and north of the necropolis of el-Assasif, not far from the Valley of…
The Terracotta Army of Cyprus
The Discovery the Terracotta Army of Agia Eirini In the heart of the Kyrenia district, lies the quaint village of Agia Eirini, also known as Akdeniz. This picturesque place, under the de facto control of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, is home to an extraordinary archaeological find: the Cypriot Terracotta Army. The 1929 Discovery…
Sarcophagus of Harkhebit
The Splendid Sarcophagus of Harkhebit In the early 26th Dynasty of ancient Egypt, Harkhebit held esteemed titles such as “Royal Seal Bearer,” “Sole Companion,” “Chief Priest of the Shrines of Upper and Lower Egypt,” and “Overseer of the Cabinet.” His final resting place, a tomb located east of the Djoser complex at Saqqara, reflects his…