The tomb of Amphion sparks debate over whether an Early Helladic tumulus or a stepped pyramid could reshape Greek ...

A new theory, increasingly breaking through the rigid frameworks of traditional narratives, invites us to rethink the role of the pyramids in Egypt’s history.

The ancient Egyptians didn't want tomb robbers to pilfer treasures in the pyramids, so how did they stop thieves?

In a preprint paper, scientists concluded that the Step Pyramid of Djoser in Saqqara, Egypt—believed to be the oldest of the ...

Stonehenge’s Altar Stone traces back to Scotland, sparking new theories about prehistoric trade. Explore other mysterious sites, from Europe to Ohio.

Hidden on the Giza Plateau lies a 450-ton stone block, far larger than the pyramid stones most visitors see. Its sheer size raises questions about ancient engineering and transport methods. What we ...

The ancestors are speaking, and this time, they are not whispering. They are roaring through the corridors of power, rattling ...

The only way to save our heritage is proper site management as a response to growing tourism, writes Zahi Hawass Tourism is the enemy of archaeology. Therefore, we need to accommodate the need for ...

Beneath the constant bustle of Mexico City, the modern capital that was once the nerve center of the Mexica Empire, a group ...

The capital of the Old Kingdom of Egypt has some extraordinary funerary monuments, including rock tombs, ornate mastabas, temples and pyramids. In ancient times, the site was considered one of the ...

For visitors to Cleveland, The Harp offers a taste of local culture that goes beyond the expected tourist stops. For residents, it provides a reliable retreat from the ordinary, a place where the food ...

That’s the Penn Museum in Philadelphia, and once word gets out about what’s inside, you’ll understand why locals can’t stop raving about it. Nestled on the University of Pennsylvania campus, this ...