This medicinal plant was so coveted, it was worth its weight in gold. But this ultimately brought its downfall.

T he intricate and captivating world of scorpion tattoos has long enthralled individuals seeking to express their personal ...

By removing centuries of soot, researchers have uncovered the stunning decoration of a sanctuary dedicated to the heavens ...

The Pyramid of Giza stands as a powerful symbol of ancient Egypt’s grandeur, drawing millions of visitors each year to marvel ...

The goal of Ancient Origins is to highlight recent archaeological discoveries, peer-reviewed academic research and evidence, as well as offering alternative viewpoints and explanations of science, ...

Old Egyptian Temple Reveals Stunning ‘Ceiling Frescoes’ Depicting Various Themes of Rich Culture The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities and the University of Tübingen undertook a joint ...

Students study Hebrew and either Greek or Latin throughout the programme, plus up to three additional languages chosen from a wide selection including Akkadian, Aramaic, Egyptian, Sumerian, Syriac and ...

Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities As a team of French archaeologists excavated a seventh-century C.E. dwelling at Taposiris Magna, an ancient city located around 30 miles west of ...

Slithering into the heart of mythology, religion and folklore worldwide, snakes have long either been revered as divine messengers or feared as harbingers of doom. In ancient Egypt, a rearing ...

Next God of War game may feature Egyptian mythology. The next God of War has not been officially announced at the time of this writing. It seems Concord's failure may have led to the cancelation ...

The venerable auction house is unloading one-of-a-kind gold necklaces, rings, trinkets and more from ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt that cost far less than modern pieces from modern luxury ...