The vault’s purpose is still unknown, but theories range from food storage to safe haven during violent feuds.

The event will include a demonstration of antique ice harvesting tools and (weather permitting) cutting and harvesting ice ...

This rare 1895 photo of people relaxing on the roof terrace of the German Archaeological Institute in Athens has been ...

Prepare to have your mind blown as we uncover 25 of the most mysterious, jaw-dropping discoveries on Earth that science still ...

Princess Irene of Greece, who has died aged 83, was probably the first European royal to perform as a professional pianist In ...

The 20-centimeter glass phallus, dating from the 16th or 17th century, was discovered in a two-meter-deep latrine shaft connected to the living quarters of a noblewomen's religious house in Herford.

Founded in 1506, the Pontifical Swiss Guard is the world’s longest continually operating army, and, with a maximum of 135 ...

Whether through thorough excavations or accidental discoveries, archaeology has unveiled a wide array of ancient civilisations, cultures and traditions across the globe. Buried beneath layers of time, ...

The remains of Svaelget 2 included a covered platform known as a "castle deck" where sailors could hide from the weather.

Kaundinya is a “stitched ship”, built by stitching wooden planks with coir rope, and was part of Indian Ocean trade around ...

The majority of shipwrecks from the era of the Great Discoveries now lie at the bottom of the ocean abyss or in shallow bays.

Some 67 years ago remains were located in a gun turret in the immediate vicinity of the recent recovery site and buried as ...