In October 2024, archaeologists from the Norwegian Institute for Cultural Heritage Research (NIKU) uncovered a fascinating artefact during excavations in Tønsberg. A spinning wheel adorned with four swastikas was found…
New Year’s celebrations are marked by a variety of customs and rituals, reflecting the diversity of cultures worldwide. From symbolic foods to peculiar practices, the transition to a new year…
A fascinating and unusual but deeply cherished Christmas custom thrives in the Catalonian region of Spain, known as Tió de Nadal, or the “Christmas Log.” This unique and heartwarming tradition…
A team of international archaeologists has uncovered what is being hailed as the oldest known alphabetic writings, shedding new light on the development of human language. The inscriptions, dating back…
India’s rich cultural heritage is a vibrant shades woven from the threads of its diverse landscapes and the time-honored traditions that have been nurtured and cherished across millennia. This heritage…
Globally, diverse communities observe sacred times of the year with rituals, gatherings, and celebrations. Two such globally recognized festivals are Diwali in India and Día de los Muertos in Mexico.…
In Petra, Jordan, a tomb containing at least 12 human skeletons and artefacts estimated to be over 2,000 years old has been uncovered beneath the Khaznah or Treasury. This discovery…
With the discoveries and declaration of numerous geoglyph sites as protected monuments across India, the country has found a place on the global geoglyph map, alongside sites like Chile’s Atacama…
Nestled in the scenic Min River Valley in Sichuan Province, the Dujiangyan Irrigation System stands as a testament to ancient engineering ingenuity. Dating back over 2,200 years, this marvel of…
In a remarkable archaeological breakthrough, researchers have uncovered what could be the long-lost ancient city of Tu’am, famed for its pearl industry, on Siniyah Island off the coast of the…