Zaouli is a traditional dance from the Guro people of central Ivory Coast, West Africa. It’s characterized by its intricate mask, colorful costume, and energetic movements. The dance typically features a solo female dancer who wears a wooden mask representing a beautiful young…

Baby cradled in mother’s arm is oldest infant burial in the Netherlands :

Dutch archaeologists have discovered a 6000 year-old Stone Age burial of a woman with a baby cradled in her arm in the central Netherlands city of Nieuwegein. It is the oldest infant burial ever found in…

'Soyjack' - a 18th Century AD, Bronze Torture Mask, from Germany.

It was used for corporal punishment or torture, in which victim is blinded by infliction of intentional damage to eyes. It was banned in late 18th Century AD, about 50 years for this mask was produced.

Throughout…

Lord Palace of the Kings, Iraq was the stuff of legend, an ultra-ancient structure that stood above the fabled Sumerian city of Girsu (now modern day Tello in Iraq) more than 4,500 years ago. When it was discovered earlier this year, the director of the British Museum, Hartwig…

The 'Trier Gold Hoard' was the largest Roman gold hoard ever discovered. Comprising of 2516 gold coins weighing 18.5kg, found in Trier, Germany, in September 1993, during construction works; nearly 1800 years after it was hidden.

The discovery of the Gold Hoard in Trier in 1993…

Brazil's rivers epitomize natural beauty, offering a diverse tapestry of landscapes and experiences. The majestic Amazon River winds through the world's largest rainforest, showcasing lush greenery and teeming wildlife. Iguaçu Falls captivate with their awe-inspiring cascades and…

The Marble Caves, nestled within General Carrera Lake in Chile, are renowned for their stunning beauty and unique geological formations. Carved over millennia by the turquoise waters of the lake, these caves boast swirling patterns and vibrant colors ranging from deep blues to…

In ancient Irish mythology, Medb (Maeve in English) was a formidable warrior queen from Connacht who waged two bloody wars against Ulster, actively participating in combat where war goddesses from other belief systems would often only contribute with magic. While she ruled from…

This photo shows the Statue of Liberty seen from the torch. The torch has been closed to the public since 1916 when it was damaged in an explosion caused by German spies. The event is known as the Black Tom explosion, which happened on July 30, 1916. At that time, the United…

Angel Falls, Venezuela technically, the largest known falls is the Denmark Strait cataract, which lies beneath the Atlantic Ocean. But, on land, Angel Falls takes the literal top spot as the world’s tallest waterfall, crashing 3,212 feet (979m) over the edge of the Auyán-tepui…

'Pizza' fresco, Italy, the internet went wild in July 2023 for what appeared to be an ancient Roman fresco depicting the world's first known pizza. Uncovered during new excavations in the ruined city of Pompeii, the dish was painted on the wall of a house that once adjoined a…

The Lord Palace of the Kings was the stuff of legend, an ultra-ancient structure that stood above the fabled Sumerian city of Girsu (now modern day Tello in Iraq) more than 4,500 years ago. When it was discovered earlier this year, the director of the British Museum, Hartwig…

Alhambra is perhaps Spain's most iconic castle and its beauty is undisputed. The fortress can be found atop a picturesque plot in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, overlooking the medieval city of Granada. Like many of the largest castles in the world, the…

Mohenjo-Daro, Pakistan The Indus Valley is one of the cradles of civilisation and once it and its people had emerged, several forerunners of the city sprang up, such as Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro in modern-day Pakistan. The latter, built around 2500 BC on the banks of the Indus…

Ziggurat of Ur, In the ancient city of Ur in southern Iraq is a well-preserved ziggurat (a pyramidal stepped temple tower) from the Neo-Sumerians who rose to power in ancient Mesopotamia or, at least, two levels of it. Built with millions of bricks made from mud and reeds, many…

c2000 BC: Megalithic Monuments of Alcalar, On top of a hillside near the town of Portimao is a group of 18 burial mounds that form a necropolis from the Chalcolithic era, around the turn of the third millennium BC. A settlement thrived there and built megalithic monuments out of…

Established in 1792, Buffalo Trace Distillery in Frankfort, Kentucky, boasts a storied history spanning the Prohibition era and beyond. Originally founded by Hancock Lee, it evolved under notable figures like E.H. Taylor Jr. and persevered through Prohibition by diversifying its…

Prague Castle is one of the world's most spectacular architectural gems. According to the Guinness Book of Records, it's also the largest ancient fortress in the world. The surface area of the castle spans some 18 acres, but its scale is only part of its charm. The unusual…

Burghausen Castle, Bavaria, at a length of 3,448 feet (1,051m), Burghausen Castle is said to be the longest fortress in the world, as confirmed by the Guinness Book of Records. Yet its length and formidable size at 14 acres is far from this castle's only admirable feature.…

Cliff dwellings are remarkable archaeological sites primarily found in the southwestern United States, particularly in regions like Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. Constructed by ancient Native American cultures, the most well-known cliff dwellings belong to the…