We often think of archaeology as being all about objects, but written sources are just as fundamental to our understanding of the…
Seven things you might not know about the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World…
Throughout history people have been keen to keep up with the latest trends and fashions. These seven finds shine a light on…
Today (May 9) is Howard Carter's birthday, so we thought we would share some of our favourite facts about the discoverer of…
What is it? This exquisitely carved ivory plaque from the ancient Assyrian site of Nimrud, near Mosul in Iraq, is one of…
There can be a certain familiarity to Roman towns. During the heyday of the Empire, such settlements were essential for administering conquered territory. By then, there was also a standard…
Art and artefacts from ancient Egypt must rank among the most remarkable and influential from the ancient world. Yet we know comparatively little about the artisans who created these iconic…
The monuments carved into the rose-red rock faces at Petra can be counted among the most renowned archaeological remains on the planet. Yet, for all their familiarity, we know comparatively…
Deep beneath Australia’s Nullarbor Plain lies Koonalda Cave. Lakes can be found within its subterranean passages, a matter of no little import in this vast semi-arid landscape. But it was…
Apollonia Pontica was once a welcome refuge for mariners navigating a notoriously treacherous stretch of the Black Sea coast. Tradition has it that this ancient city was founded by Greek…