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25 mysterious facts about ancient cities: uncover lost wonders

The ancient world holds secrets that continue to baffle archaeologists, historians, and curious minds today. From cities that ...
Proto Thema

The lost Alexandria on the Tigris founded by Alexander the Great discovered in Iraq: Its enormous size surprised archaeologists (photos)

The ancient city was founded in the 4th century BC as a port linking trade from India with Mesopotamia and the Mediterranean world, and it fell into obscurity after the 3rd century AD ...
Greek Reporter

The Babylonian Code of Hammurabi: One of the World’s Earliest Legal Systems

The Code of Hammurabi, named after the king of Babylon, stands as one of the earliest and most comprehensive written legal codes in history.
Greek Reporter

Babylonian Bridal Auction: One of the Earliest Marriage Markets in History

The Babylonian bridal auction, described by Greek historian Herodotus in the 5th century BC, is regarded as one of the ...
PBS

Archaeology: High Tech Archaeology

Archaeologist still depend upon tools used for hundreds of years, but some are taking advantage of what technology offers. Things like ground penetrating radar, microscopes, even satellites. Learn ...