Rare Hellenistic ritual complex revealed at Gradište
07/20/2026

Rare Hellenistic ritual complex revealed at Gradište

Archaeologists excavating the ancient site of Gradište near Mlado Nagoričane in North Macedonia have uncovered what they believe was a ritual dining complex associated with a sacred precinct, revealing fresh evidence of elite religious practices and extensive trade links during the Hellenistic period.

Roman mosaic excavated from Devon farmer's field
07/20/2026

Roman mosaic excavated from Devon farmer's field

A Roman mosaic discovered beneath a farmer's field in Devon, England, has been excavated after lying hidden for centuries, revealing what archaeologists say is one of the county's most significant Roman finds.

Drought reveals hidden formal gardens at Chatsworth House
07/20/2026

Drought reveals hidden formal gardens at Chatsworth House

Recent record-breaking temperatures and prolonged dry weather have dramatically revealed the hidden outline of a spectacular 17th-century formal garden beneath the South Lawn at Chatsworth House, England, offering a rare glimpse into one of the estate's earliest landscape designs.

Calakmul mural identified as mythical Maya hero Juun Ajaw
07/15/2026

Calakmul mural identified as mythical Maya hero Juun Ajaw

Archaeologists have identified what is believed to be one of the oldest known representations of the mythical Maya hero Juun Ajaw in a mural discovered within Structure II at the ancient city of Calakmul in Campeche, Mexico.

2,400-year-old sword found beside child in Gaulish burial
07/15/2026

2,400-year-old sword found beside child in Gaulish burial

An iron sword discovered beside the remains of a child at an Iron Age settlement in central France is providing archaeologists with rare insight into the social and ritual practices of the Gauls more than 2,400 years ago.

Lead seals unearthed in Vladimir linked to Princess Maria Vsevolzha
07/14/2026

Lead seals unearthed in Vladimir linked to Princess Maria Vsevolzha

Archaeologists excavating a medieval neighbourhood in the Russian city of Vladimir have uncovered a rare group of lead seals that have been identified as belonging to Princess Maria Vsevolzha, wife of Grand Prince Vsevolod III "the Big Nest" and one of the most influential women in pre-Mongol Rus'.

Mysterious stone sphere discovered in Azerbaijan
07/12/2026

Mysterious stone sphere discovered in Azerbaijan

Archaeologists excavating the prehistoric site of Pasha Tepe in Azerbaijan's Jalilabad district have uncovered a rare polished stone sphere that researchers say has no known parallels in the South Caucasus.

Excavations at Fetcham Springs reveal Roman bath complex
07/12/2026

Excavations at Fetcham Springs reveal Roman bath complex

Archaeologists have confirmed the discovery of a complete Roman bath house at Fetcham Springs following three weeks of excavations, providing one of the most significant Roman finds in recent years in Surrey, England.

3,800-year-old ritual offerings discovered at Peñico
07/10/2026

3,800-year-old ritual offerings discovered at Peñico

Archaeologists in Peru have uncovered a remarkable 3,800-year-old ritual offering at the ancient city of Peñico, shedding new light on the enduring legacy of the Caral civilisation after the decline of its earliest urban centres.