Legends say Numa Pompilius was the second king of Rome, but he was not a warrior king but rather a statesman and politician. He introduced new laws, customs, cults, and holidays. He wanted Rome to experience more quiet times. buff.ly/4dO1KFY

Temple of the Crossed Hands (Templo de Las Manos Cruzadas) in Kotosh, Peru, is considered one of the oldest temples in Peru and America and dates back 4000 years. buff.ly/3PfUqs9

The Sacred City of Caral is ancient, and its age is comparable to the early civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, and Mesoamerica. buff.ly/3vI6JqP

The mysterious Vottovarra Mountain in Karelia is sacred to the Sami people. This enigmatic place was also an ancient pagan site and is still visited by neo-pagans who consider it particularly important. buff.ly/3YZXEXd

On the desolate north bank of the Payne Estuary, 15 miles above the village of Payne Bay, near the west coast of Ungava Bay, northern Quebec, Canada, there is a very curious ancient monument resembling Thor’s Hammer. buff.ly/3nSK4EZ

People who visit Scotland often ask where they can find the mysterious and beautiful village of Brigadoon. It's a place where the passing of a century seems no longer than one night. The village is hidden somewhere in the Scottish Highlands. buff.ly/2U6BWOs

Japanese weapon history goes long back in time. Still, the mythical turning point in this history took place about 700 AD when a legendary Japanese sword maker Amakuni Yasutsuna. An ancient legend confirms Amakuni as the Father of the Samurai Sword. buff.ly/3Z5r6ea

To the Celts, symbols played a vital role and had incredible, meaningful power in their lives. They reflected Celtic beliefs and traditions. Stories behind the Celtic symbols have been carried on from generation to generation.... buff.ly/3Lixt6p

The most famous garden in Greek mythology was the Garden of the Hesperides. This legendary aromatic place was full of golden apples, which Gaia (Earth) gave to the goddess Hera and Zeus as a wedding gift. buff.ly/42VycCa

On September 1, 1939, at 4:45 a.m., German troops invaded Poland all along its 1,750-mile border with German-controlled territory. The German Luftwaffe bombed Polish airfields, German warships and U-boats attacked Polish naval forces in the Baltic Sea. tinyurl.com/bdemffdn

It took years for Adams to finally reach the position of Samurai, but he was not forced to become a Samurai. That elevation took place as a reward for his dedicated service and contribution to the Japanese shogunate. buff.ly/43H08Kd

Catequil created thunder by striking the clouds with his sacred spear and a mighty club. This Inca deity means even more. buff.ly/3uJepca

Lycurgus is mentioned in many ancient sources, but modern historians often view him as semi-mythical. Some believe rulers invented him to introduce new laws more easily, while others argue for his historicity or dismiss him as purely legendary. buff.ly/3XwAgPF

According to Herodotus, the Massagetae defeated a vast Persian army, captured King Cyrus, killed him, and publicly humiliated him. Cyrus II had been continuously victorious until Queen Tomyris of the Massagetae ended his reign. buff.ly/3ZfOCWa

After Jerusalem's fall in 70 AD, it was the last stand against the Roman Empire. The Siege of Masada ended with the mass suicide of 960 Jewish rebels and their families who had taken refuge there. buff.ly/3XyAZQw

Aillén Mac Midgna, known as 'the burner,' was a fire-breathing goblin from the Tuatha Dé Danann. He used his magical harp to play fairy music, causing his victims to fall into a deep sleep. buff.ly/46b7E10

The Mimbres are famous for their beautiful pottery. A thousand years ago, Native American village farmers in the Mimbres Valley of southwestern New Mexico created stunning black-on-white pottery... buff.ly/3LTjd4q

It is estimated that at least seven hundred brochs once existed across Scotland. It is unknown who built these impressive towers, but it has been speculated that their builders were most probably indigenous inhabitants of northern and western Scotland. buff.ly/3rdncBH

The Greek goddess, Aphrodite is closely associated with different types of waterfowl, including a swan. In the beliefs of the Ibans (or Sea Dayaks) on the island of Borneo, the first beings were the spirits Ara and Irik, in the disguise of birds... tinyurl.com/nha7chcp