These ten #ancient texts spanning diverse #cultures and eras, offered profound new insights into human wisdom and #history .
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#Scandinavian #mythology claims the #Kraken swallowed up whales and devoured ships. It has been described as a huge version of an octopus or squid. #Legends have even claimed the terrifying sea creature measured one-mile long.
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#Bulgarian archaeologists unearthed a medieval ring at Cape Kaliakra, revealing its surprising purpose: murder.
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New analysis of 7.2 million-year-old fossils from #Mediterranean Europe suggests mankind's emergence in #Europe , challenging the 'out of Africa theory' and potentially reshaping #history .
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Discover how LiDAR technology has unveiled pathways for the dead in prehistoric Ireland, reshaping our understanding of the ancient Baltinglass landscape.
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A groundbreaking genetic study has #uncovered details about the hidden history of the #Avars , an enigmatic #warrior culture that dominated #Hungary 1,500 years ago.
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Modern pop culture would have you believe that all #Vikings were fierce #berserkers . In reality Viking life was about a lot more than raiding and warmongering, usually.
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Researchers have traced the legacy of a #sword found in #Valencia , from Visigoth to Umayyad rule, reshaping our view of #Islamic influence in medieval #Spain .
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Dive into Britain's wild ride of immigration and see how it's spiced up 'British' traditions! From tea to curry, it's a global potluck party that's made this island nation a flavorful melting pot! 🇬🇧🌍 #MulticulturalBritain
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How old were you when you found out the Guns N' Roses' Use Your Illusion album cover is based on Raphael's famous painting, The School of Athen?
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When ancient #Egypt and #Ireland are spoken about in the same breath it usually results in the rolling of eyes, polite exits and the sound of murmurs citing pseudo-history and new age babble.
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One of the world’s greatest archaeological #mysteries is hidden in the #Himalayas . 10,000 man-made caves have been tunneled through the rock from above or dug into the cliffside. Who built these #ancient structures and why?
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Modern Christianity is made up of a complex mix of differing sects and beliefs. Many of these date back to the early Christian schisms, a time when worshippers really fell out over how to worship, and could not reconcile their differences.
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#Ooparts , or out-of-place artifacts, are #prehistoric objects found worldwide that defy their determined age based on #technology levels and geological evidence.
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From the Sacred City of Caral, the oldest civilization in the Americas, to the 2,400-year-old pig-shaped guttus, a baby's #bottle and toy combo from #ancient Italy; each of these amazing artifacts redefines our understanding of ancient civilizations.
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Revolutionary research unveils the burial site of the great philosopher #Plato in #Athens , shedding new light on his life and the history of his #Academy .
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#Scotland 's history is dominated by the legendary #RoberttheBruce and the powerful Stewart dynasty. However, a lesser-known #Gypsy dynasty rivaled their prestige, boasting kings and queens of noble stature.
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Follow the dramatic saga of the Julio-Claudian dynasty, the architects of the Roman Empire. Mario Bartolini reveals how their reign set the foundations of governance and imperial might in this Ancient Origins Premium preview.
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In 1600 #Caravaggio was Rome’s most famous painter. Behind his genius lay a troubled mind, and Caravaggio lived a violent life that ultimately led to #tragedy and his downfall.
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