Israel’s rich biblical history can be found in the country’s archaeology. The Jerusalem Post shares the latest on archaeological excavations at significant biblical and historical sites in Israel and the region.
The chemicals in the dye were made from snail mucus.
Renowned for his contributions to Hungary, Matthias Corvinus reformed the judicial system and is best known for having one of the first permanent armies in Europe.
An ancient amber bear figurine, unearthed by miners in northern Poland, is the subject of renewed attention following a study suggesting it dates back to the Upper Paleolithic period.
The artifacts were first found in the 1960s during construction work near the city of Yeniseisk in central Siberia, and they have been lying in the museum's storerooms since then.
Paintings feature geometric and animal designs; experts believe they may be over 2,000 years old.
Along with the fossils, paleolithic tools were also found at the site, indicating that early humans lived with these giant elephants and perhaps hunted them.
A Dimona resident was detained for questioning after the search uncovered not only the archaeological treasures but also a cache of weapons, ammunition, and currency.
"Finding the same tools and the same methods used to make these tools across this entire country suggests that people were connecting with each other over long distances."
New findings suggest ancient cultural exchange between southern Texas tribes and the Aztecs.
"Researchers see Neolithic Ireland as a society of equals, not ruled by powerful dynasties".
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