Bronze Age
Mystery Bronze Age 'Grave Circles' Containing Cremated Human Remains Found
"They may not look spectacular, but they point to an ages-old civilization," said archaeologist Clara Thys.
Ancient Italy Was a Hub of Metal Exchange Thousands of Years Ago
Researchers found that metalworkers in this period also engaged in an early form of recycling.
Ancient Greek Tombs Lined with Gold and Filled with Treasure Unearthed
Archaeologists have found two Bronze Age tombs on the Greek mainland, filled with gold and treasure.
Prehistoric Baby Bottles Discovered in Neolithic Children's Graves
Analysis of the bottles show they contain residues of milk from animals, suggesting children's diets were supplemented.
Ancient Cheerios Discovered at Bronze Age Site
The doughy delicacies may have been produced for ritual purposes, according to a team of archaeologists.
'Ancient' Stone Circle Actually From the 1990s
Archaeologists had initially heralded the site as authentic.
Archaeologists Uncover Pharaohs' Climate Change Plan
When the pharaohs were confronted with environmental catastrophe, they didn't bury their heads in the sand.
Thousands of Rare Artifacts Saved From Melting Glaciers
"This is sort of a dark archaeology, where we benefit from climate change that's making this ice melt."
Bronze Age Engineering System Found Under 'Pyramid'
Dhaskalio is a protected site and uninhabited today, but was once widely known for ritual activities.
Ancient Stone Doll Joins World's Oldest Toy Collection
The toys' purpose was unknown, but the grave belonged to a "common child," as opposed to one of an elite social class.
Huge 4,000-Year-Old Surveillance Network Found in Syria
The 4,000-year-old surveillance and communication network is the first of its kind ever discovered.
Ancient Greek Feces Reveals Intestinal Worms In Bodies
The parasitic worms were found in decomposed matter recovered from the surface of pelvic bones.
Bronze Age Elite Made Their Best Stuff From Meteorites
Before the Iron Age, there was the Space Iron Age.
Treasure-Filled Tomb May Rewrite Ancient Greek History
Looking at the image "brought some people to tears."
Ancient Monument Found in Abandoned Greek Settlement
Experts made the discovery on the Greek island of Thirassia.
Photos: 'Best Preserved' Bronze Age Homes in Britain
Archaeologists are excavating dwellings so well-preserved they include footprints and dishes with remnants of meals still inside.