Category: Archeology & History
Archaeologists find ancient seal with rare winged ‘genie’ in Jerusalem near Western Wall
Jerusalem Post A 2,700-year-old seal featuring a winged figure and Hebrew script was discovered. The seal reveals the Assyrian influence during the First Temple era in Jerusalem. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-816895
Read MoreGods and monsters: Ancient Greek wall paintings in Ashkelon soon open to public
Jerusalem Post The paintings depict Greek mythological characters such as Demeter, Medusa, and nymphs and include floral decorations and images relating to nature. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-816562
Read MoreUnveiling Jerusalem: Jodi Magness’s comprehensive archaeological journey through time
Jerusalem Post ‘Jerusalem through the Ages’ is a wonderful survey of what became, uniquely, a holy city to three of the world’s major religions. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-813889
Read MoreHuman bones in Spain likely those of medieval bishop behind popular pilgrimage, study shows
Jerusalem Post Remains in a Spanish tomb are likely those of Bishop Theodomir, who may have helped establish the Camino de Santiago, a study suggests. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-814582
Read MoreSunken Nazi explosives-filled warship recovered after 80 years underwater
Jerusalem Post In the coming months, Serbia plans to remove 80 more sunken ships. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-814480
Read MoreVictims of Pompeii volcanic eruption found with jewelry
Jerusalem Post Recent archeological discoveries have discovered an additional man and woman buried under lava in ancient Rome 2000 years ago. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-814411
Read MoreFifth-century Persian gold coins unearthed in Turkey
Jerusalem Post A cache of fifth-century BC Persian gold coins was discovered in Notion, Turkey, revealing insights into ancient life and conflict. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-813816
Read MoreAncient Roman coins, counterfeits discovered in new archeological site in eastern Poland
Jerusalem Post The “Group of Explorers” discovered rare Roman coins, counterfeits, and artifacts in a new archaeological site in Księżpol, Poland. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-813289
Read MoreLargest ever Second Temple era quarry discovered in Har Hotzvim Hi-Tech Park, Jerusalem
Jerusalem Post Archaeologists excavated 3,500 square meters of earth in one section of the massive quarry. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-812998
Read MoreArcheologists rediscover Vilna’s lost Jewish heritage
Jerusalem Post Archaeologists uncover the Great Synagogue of Vilna’s ornate floors and monumental pillars, revealing Lithuania’s vibrant Jewish past. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/article-812035
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