Ancient History

Mansa Musa, the emperor of the Mali Empire, is widely recognized as the richest man in history, a title that stems from his incredible wealth … Read more

The bond between humans and dogs stretches back thousands of years, and recent discoveries have shed light on this fascinating relationship. The oldest evidence of … Read more

The mysterious tale of Helike captivates people much like the legendary story of Atlantis. Helike was a real city that vanished beneath the waves in … Read more

During the 12th century in the small village of Woolpit in England, a strange mystery unfolded that has puzzled historians and storytellers for centuries. Two … Read more

The Royal Game of Ur invites players into a fascinating journey through time, back to the heart of ancient Mesopotamia. This board game, dating back … Read more

Hanno the Navigator stands out as one of the early explorers who ventured into the uncharted waters along the African coast. He was a Carthaginian … Read more

Ancient Roman gladiators are often imagined as muscle-bound warriors, thriving on diets rich in meat. This image, however, is not entirely accurate. Gladiators primarily consumed … Read more

In the heart of Italy, nestled within the ancient Alban Hills, lie the ruins of Lake Nemi’s remarkable floating palaces. These grand structures, constructed under … Read more

In the fifth century BC, a brilliant thinker named Archytas emerged from Ancient Greece with an invention that would set the stage for modern robotics. … Read more

Ban Zhao stands out as a remarkable figure in history. She is recognized as the first known female historian of China. Her work during the … Read more