Historic Sites

Discovery 14 mins ago

Massive underwater ruins could be evidence of Plato's lost Atlantis, researcher insists

Independent researchers led by Michael Donnellan claim to have discovered ancient ruins on Spain's Salmedina Island that could be Plato's lost city of Atlantis.

Discovery 1 day ago

Ancient snack bar hides Egyptian secret buried for nearly 2,000 years

Archaeologists discovered an Egyptian ceramic vase in a Pompeii fast-food kitchen destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, revealing cultural exchanges in the ancient city.

Travel 1 day ago

Unexpected city tops list for stress-free getaways this year, according to new data

Kraków tops new study as Europe's most stress-free city break destination. Quick 17-minute airport transfers, walkable UNESCO old town and affordable prices make it a great choice.

Discovery 2 days ago

Deadly bacteria that doomed Napoleon's army discovered 213 years after Russian retreat

Scientists recently discovered deadly bacteria in DNA from Napoleon's soldiers' teeth, revealing new causes of death during the catastrophic 1812 Russian retreat.

Discovery 5 days ago

Archaeologists reveal unusual ritual objects from ancient biblical cult at Armageddon site

Ancient Canaanite ritual artifacts and 5,000-year-old winepress discovered at Tel Megiddo in Israel, the biblical site known as Armageddon from the Book of Revelation.

Discovery 6 days ago

Archaeologists unearth evidence of biblical power struggle beneath Jerusalem: 'Screamed with excitement'

The first Assyrian inscription discovered in Jerusalem reveals ancient biblical-era correspondence between Assyrian Empire and Kingdom of Judah, dating back 2,700 years.

Archaeology November 10

Ancient Christian mosaic with mysterious inscription unearthed at traditional birthplace of Abraham

A fifth-century Christian mosaic was unearthed in Urfa, Turkey, the traditional birthplace of Abraham, shedding light on early Byzantine art.

Archaeology November 10

Warriors found stacked in ancient well reveal violent tale of battlefield defeat: archaeologists

Researchers recently identified Roman warriors' bodies stacked in an ancient well in Croatia, connecting them to Emperor Gallienus' victory at the Battle of Mursa in 260 AD.

Travel November 9

One of world's most sacred landmarks expected to welcome record crowds this year

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, expects 12 million visitors this year as it approaches the anniversary of its reopening after the devastating April 2019 fire.

Travel November 8

Louvre heist in broad daylight amid apparent security lapses puts global museums on alert

The heist at the Louvre highlighted the challenges of protecting highly valued works of art and other prized items, from the famous "Mona Lisa" theft in 1911 to modern museum heists.

Travel November 4

Medieval tower's collapse traps man, leads to 11-hour rescue mission with tragic outcome

A worker has died after a Rome tower partially collapsed during renovation. Firefighters spent 11 hours rescuing the man trapped in the Torre dei Conti before the tragic outcome.

Archaeology November 3

Archaeologists uncover massive stone ruins from ancient city that once rivaled Rome

Archaeologists recently discovered a massive 2,000-year-old stone basin in ancient Gabii, Italy, revealing early Roman public architecture from Rome's powerful rival city.

Travel November 1

Inside the last Boeing 707 to serve as Air Force One: See Reagan's jet that marked the end of an era

The last Boeing 707 Air Force One now sits in a stunning glass pavilion in California, where visitors can discover the aircraft that carried Reagan and six other presidents through history.

VIDEO November 1

Reagan's Air Force One Pavilion is a 'living piece of history,' CEO says

Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation CEO David Trulio shares the story behind the iconic Air Force One Pavilion — including how the aircraft was disassembled, transported and rebuilt.

Travel November 1

Medieval English castle linked to Hadrian's Wall hits market for lofty sum, but there's a catch

Bellister Castle in Northumberland, England, is hitting the market for about $3.34 million, but there's a catch. It's a National Trust lease ending in 2145, not a traditional sale.

Archaeology October 31

Devastating fire leads to treasure trove of thousands of artifacts beneath historic tavern

Archaeologists in Troy, Ohio, uncovered an estimated 4,500 historic artifacts beneath the fire-damaged Overfield Tavern, including coins from 1817 and 1846.

Archaeology October 30

Hidden medieval halls discovered beneath world-famous university as archaeologists sift through remains

An excavation at Oxford University has yielded ancient book clasps, medieval pens and imported fish bones, offering fascinating glimpses into college life and trade from another time.

Archaeology October 29

Angler digging for fishing worms uncovers massive medieval treasure in hidden cauldron

A person digging for fishing worms near a Swedish summer cottage recently discovered a medieval silver hoard containing up to 20,000 coins, along with rings and pendants.

Travel October 29

Archaeologists uncover 1,600-year-old wine factory hidden near ancient mountain castle

Archaeologists discovered a 1,600-year-old wine production center in southeastern Turkey near an ancient castle, revealing Roman-era grape-processing facilities.

Portland October 28

'Anarchists illegally took them down,' and now Portland is putting statues of Lincoln and Roosevelt back up

Portland decides to reinstall Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt monuments after public sessions revealed divided opinions on the statues removed during 2020 protests.

Archaeology October 28

Archaeologists unearth secrets of Lancaster County's oldest tavern, buried for centuries beneath pasture

Archaeologists recently uncovered the likely remains of Lancaster County's oldest colonial tavern from 1725, revealing thousands of artifacts that offer historically significant insights.

Archaeology October 27

3,000-year-old Egyptian fortress uncovered along route tied to biblical Exodus

Archaeologists in Egypt discovered a 3,000-year-old fortress along the Horus Military Road, which was referenced in the Book of Exodus. It dates back to the New Kingdom period.

Archaeology October 26

Treasure trove of gold coins, ancient jewelry unearthed in Christian city near Sea of Galilee

A cache of Byzantine-era gold coins and pearl-inlaid earrings dating back over 1,500 years was unearthed by archaeologists at the ancient city of Hippos in Israel.

Archaeology October 24

Ancient synagogue uncovered in Israel reveals Jewish life alongside rise of early Christianity

Archaeologists recently uncovered a 1,500-year-old synagogue in Israel's Golan Heights, revealing new evidence of ancient Jewish presence in the biblical region.

Archaeology October 23

Archaeologists uncover vast complex of ancient tombs in biblical city tied to St Paul's letter

Archaeologists in Turkey discovered over 60 ancient tombs in Colossae, the biblical city mentioned in St. Paul's famous New Testament epistle to early Christians.

Travel October 21

Tourists flock to see iconic landmark finally free of scaffolding after 200 years

The Parthenon in Athens is scaffolding-free for the first time in 200 years, offering visitors an unobstructed view of Greece's iconic temple until November 2025.

Archaeology October 20

Hobbyist finds 4,270-year-old human skull on Indiana riverbank, stumping authorities

A hobbyist found an ancient human skull on the West Fork of the Whitewater River in Indiana that testing revealed to be over 4,000 years old.

Archaeology October 20

Treasure hunter's persistence pays off with rare Spanish coin discovery on Nantucket beach

Metal detectorist Travis Nichols discovered a rare 1782 silver Spanish one-reale coin on a Nantucket beach, adding to his collection of over 300 historic coins.

Archaeology October 20

Archaeologists unearth ancient bishop's lavish bathhouse, shedding light on early Christian life

Archaeologists recently discovered a 2,150-square-foot Byzantine bishop's bathhouse in ancient Olympus, Turkey, dating back to the 5th-6th centuries A.D.

Travel October 19

Scientists solve centuries-old mystery of how Easter Island's massive Moai statues got there

Scientists recently confirmed Rapa Nui legends about Moai heads "walking" to their locations, using 3D modeling to prove vertical transport methods on Easter Island.