Antiquities

Original architecture of ancient Roman fountain revealed in Perre Ancient City

Director Alkan said, "We have restored the fountain to its appearance from 2,000 years ago by uncovering three water channels."

 Perre, an important local center of the Roman Empire. Small town and necropolis. Adiyaman, Turkey.
 World famous dolphin fresco replica in Knossos.

World famous dolphin fresco replica in Knossos collapses

 African figurines illuminate Early Christian life in the Negev, Israel

African figurines illuminate Early Christian life in the Negev, Israel

 Egypt recovers queen Hatshepsut relics antiquities from the US.

Egypt recovers queen Hatshepsut relics antiquities from the US


Rare Abbasid-Era red clay flask featuring camel art found in Yatir

Decorated flask uncovered in cave-turned-olive press at Horvat 'Anim; symbol of camels’ central role in early Islamic economy.

 Rare Abbasid-Era red clay flask featuring camel art found in Yatir.

Ancient pyramid, coins, and weapons: Archaeologists unearth Judean Desert treasure trove

A 2,200-year-old pyramid-shaped structure and artifacts were uncovered in the Judean Desert, reshaping history. The IAA-led dig near Nahal Zohar invites volunteers to help uncover its purpose.

Reseachers uncover a pyramid-like structure in the Judean Desert, photo taken March 2025

Thief steals 5,000-year-old 500kg megalith from Immekath I grave

In addition to the seized stone from the megalithic grave, investigators discovered on the property of the convicted individual eight other stones arranged in a circle.

 Megalith tomb.

Archivist working for Greek authorities suspected as archaeology smuggling ring kingpin

Greek authorities arrested 23 individuals in Northern Greece, alleged to be part of three antiquities smuggling rings.

 The remains of the Byzantine tower of Marmariou at the archaeological site of Amphipolis in Macedonia, Greece.

Rare 2,000-year-old strawberry-shaped Iron Age divination spoon discovered on Isle of Man

Similar ritual spoons have been found in Britain, Ireland, and France. The British Museum holds several pairs, one engraved with a cross and the other with a small hole.

 Rare 2,000-year-old Iron Age divination spoon discovered on Isle of Man.

Morocco identifies preliminary sites of nine WWI shipwrecks off southern coast

The shipwrecks are vessels from Japan, Norway, France, England, Portugal, and Italy.

 A shipwreck from World War I. The ship was used during Gallipoli Campaign by British Troops in Turkey. Archaeonavall.

Netherlands returns 119 Benin bronzes, redressing 1897 British expedition looting

In recent years, about 1,100 objects from German, Scottish, British, and French museums have been returned amid pressure over colonial-era acquisitions.

 A disputed Benin Bronzes on display at the Royal Museum in London.

Egypt begins restoration of Ramesseum Temple in Luxor

Currently, the temple is largely in ruins due to the earthquake that struck Egypt in 27 BCE. Remains of colossal statues and columns can still be seen.

 Egypt begins restoration of Ramesseum Temple in Luxor.

Tiny Roman-era golden padlock set to go on display

Measuring only 11 by 12 millimeters, the padlock's intricate details are hardly recognizable to the naked eye.

 Tiny Roman-era golden padlock set to go on display.

3,000-year-old road network found at Yinxu, ancient capital of the Shang dynasty

The find marks the longest urban thoroughfare ever discovered at Yinxu and is the longest known preserved road of ancient China.

 Tomb of Fu Hao at Yin Ruins (Yinxu).

Can you solve the riddle the Egyptian priestess faced to enter the next world?

Archaeologists uncover hidden 3,900-year-old tomb of Egyptian priestess in Asyut.

 ‘The Lady of the House’.