Ancient History Archives

Unpacking the Hype around Copán archeological site

Copan is an archeological site of the Maya civilization. Discovered in 1570, the Maya site of Copan is one of the most important sites of the Mayan civilization. The site functioned as the political, civil, and religious center of the Copan Valley.

Mystery of the Younger Lady mummy

One of the most enigmatic Egyptian mummies is KV-35YL or the Younger Lady. DNA tests established she was the mother of Tutankhamun.

The Great Pyramid geometry coincidences

What if I told you that the Great Pyramid has amazing measurement coincidences?

What evidence exists outside the Bible that the Israelites were slaves in Egypt?

Why do we have so little archeological evidence of the time spent by Israelites in Egyptian slavery? Let’s take a look. The ancient Egyptians were good at erasing evidence of past times and especially of their failures.

The Great Living Chola Temples. Quick Facts

The Great Living Chola Temples were constructed by the rulers of the Chola Empire, which covered all of south India and the surrounding islands.

Did you know that cats were worshiped in Ancient Egypt?

Egyptians believed cats were magical creatures, capable of bringing good luck to the people who housed them. To honor them, wealthy families dressed them in jewels and fed them treats fit for royalty.

Ancient Egyptians worshiped cats and they believed they were immortal and sacred to the gods. they felt that cats were the incarnation of Bast.

Tutankhamun health issues part 3

Tutankhamun’s DNA was tested. Scholars thought he had some genetic diseases due to inbreeding. Some felt he had Marfan syndrome just like Akhenaton, his father.

Tutankhamun health issues part 2

What if I told you that Tutankhamun had a club foot most likely due to inbreeding? However, he is depicted in art walking well and keeping his balance well. He is depicted also hunting well and throwing a harpoon.

The Historic City of Ayutthaya

The Historic City of Ayutthaya, founded in 1350, was the second capital of the Siamese Kingdom which was later renamed Thailand. It flourished from the 14th to the 18th centuries, during which time it grew to be one of the world’s largest and most cosmopolitan urban areas and a center of global diplomacy and commerce.

Easter Island Quick Facts

Easter Island was the first Pacific island to be registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Easter Island lies 3,700 km to the west of Chile and it is one of the most remote islands in the world.