Archaeology

Israel’s rich biblical history can be found in the country’s archaeology. The Jerusalem Post shares the latest on archaeological excavations at significant biblical and historical sites in Israel and the region.

Archaeologists uncover 12 ancient "door guardians" at Angkor

The statues were discovered last week near the north gate leading to the 11th-century Royal Palace at Angkor Thom.

Face of 17th-century 'vampire' Zosia reconstructed by archaeologists

She was buried with a sickle over her neck to decapitate her if she attempted to resurrect.

Archaeologists discover hidden Maya city 'Valeriana' with grand pyramids in Mexico

LiDAR technology reveals over 6,600 hidden structures beneath dense vegetation in Campeche.

5,000-year-old settlement with possible oldest public building in Israel discovered at Hurvat Husha

Researchers believe Khirbat Husham holds some of the earliest indicators of urban society in the region.

Scientists unlock secrets of 3,000-year-old tablet revealing path to Noah's Ark

Researchers decipher Babylonian map showing journey to Urartu, believed to be the ark's resting place after the Great Flood.

Archaeologists uncover underground tunnels beneath Mexican city associated with the god of death

Archaeologists confirmed the existence of a network of underground chambers and tunnels beneath the ancient city of Mitla in Mexico, a site known for its association with the Zapotec.

Chinese Scientists Discover World's Smallest Dinosaur Eggs, Shedding Light on Theropod Evolution

Researchers identified a new species, Minioolithus ganzhouensis, shedding light on theropod evolution in the Late Cretaceous.

National Geographic team finds Andrew Irvine's boot on Mount Everest after 100 years

Discovery may help solve the mystery of whether Irvine and Mallory reached the summit in 1924.

Grand Egyptian Museum opens 12 exhibition halls in trial operation

On Wednesday, the museum opened its doors to visitors as part of a trial run, with plans to welcome 4,000 visitors per day, both local and international.

DNA analysis links medieval skeleton found in well to events in the Sverris Saga

The saga recounts that during a raid on Sverresborg Castle near Trondheim, attackers threw a dead man into the well to poison the main water source.

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