In the Gojal Valley of Hunza, a remote region of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, farmers have been using an ancient method of storing potatoes for centuries. The method is simple: the farmer buries the potatoes in the frozen earth before winter. The potatoes stay fresh and useable for several months, even though the outside temperature can drop below freezing. The method is … [Read more...] about A Farmer’s Ancient Method of Storing Potatoes
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Unveiling the Past: Exploring the History of Public Latrines in Ancient Rome
In ancient Rome, public latrines were a common feature in almost every city. These lavatories, often found in opulent settings, allowed large numbers of people, sometimes more than 20 at a time, to relieve themselves. While the concept of public toilets may seem mundane today, they played a significant role in Roman society. One such example can be seen in the … [Read more...] about Unveiling the Past: Exploring the History of Public Latrines in Ancient Rome
Architecture in the Ancient World
The Ksar Draa in Timimoun, Algeria The Ksar Draa in Timimoun, Algeria, is an ancient ruin that stands out in the middle of an ocean of dunes. Ksar Draa is one of the famous monuments in Algeria. It is located within the Timimoun desert and is characterized by its circular design and is believed to date back to about 1,000 years or more. It is among a series of circular … [Read more...] about Architecture in the Ancient World
Man’s Quest for Missing Chickens Uncovers Ancient Underground City Once Inhabited by 20,000 People”
In a remarkable twist of fate, a man searching for his missing chickens stumbled upon an extraordinary discovery—an ancient city that had been lost to time, once thriving with a population of around 20,000 inhabitants. Picture the scene: a Turkish man notices his chickens mysteriously vanishing one by one. Determined to solve the mystery, he investigates the basement of his … [Read more...] about Man’s Quest for Missing Chickens Uncovers Ancient Underground City Once Inhabited by 20,000 People”
Lost World of Ancient Mayan Cities Unveiled: Archaeologists Rewrite History
Prepare to be astounded as archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery deep within the remote jungles of Guatemala—a vast network of Mayan cities that is causing experts to rewrite the history books. This incredible find consists of over 400 new settlements, completely transforming our understanding of the ancient Mayan civilization. But that's not all. One … [Read more...] about Lost World of Ancient Mayan Cities Unveiled: Archaeologists Rewrite History