Discovery Unfolds In October 2000, an alleged Persian princess mummy surfaced in Pakistani Baluchistan. This find emerged during a murder investigation. Authorities received a tip about a videotape from Ali Aqbar, claiming to sell a mummy. He directed them to Wali Mohammed Reeki’s home in Kharan. Reeki acquired the mummy from an Iranian who found…
Coral Castle
Introduction to Coral Castle Coral Castle is an oolite limestone structure in Miami-Dade County, Florida. It sits between Homestead and Leisure City and is the creation of Edward Leedskalnin, a Latvian-American eccentric. The structure includes various sculpted stone forms like walls, a sundial, and furniture. It is now a popular tourist attraction, shrouded in mystery…
Lovelock Cave
Introduction to Lovelock Cave Lovelock Cave, also known as Sunset Guano Cave or Horseshoe Cave, is a key site in North American archaeology. Located in the Great Basin region, this cave is famous for its preservation of organic and inorganic materials. It joined the National Register of Historic Places on May 24, 1984, due to…
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…
Windover Archeological Site
Overview of Windover Archaeological Site The Windover Archaeological Site is a Middle Archaic (6000 to 5000 BC) site in Brevard County near Titusville, Florida. It’s a National Historic Landmark known for its well-preserved human remains and artifacts. Discovery of Windover The site was discovered in 1982 during the development of Windover Farms. A backhoe operator…
Musical Stones of Skiddaw
Origins of the Skiddaw Lithophones The Musical Stones of Skiddaw are a fascinating series of lithophones located near Keswick, northern England. Crafted from hornfels sourced from nearby Skiddaw mountain, these stones are known for their superior tone and extended resonance compared to common slate. Early Innovations by Peter Crosthwaite Peter Crosthwaite, an inventive figure from…