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Tag: Ancient Cultures
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1.2 Million-Year-Old Workshop Reveals Early Humans Were Skilled Crafters Earlier Than Believed
In Melka Kunture, Ethiopia, researchers found 575 obsidian hand-axes that are 1.2 million years old and believed to have come from a dedicated workshop. The discovery means that hominins (early humans and …
Via npr.org
Ancient Seeds From the Fertile Crescent Save Crops From Climate Change
In Terbol, Lebanon, the International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA) stores tens of thousands of seeds sourced from the Fertile Crescent region—an area in Western Asia and North …
Via smithsonianmag.com
Scientists Discover Ancient Cities in the Amazon
In the Llanos de Mojos region of the Bolivian Amazon, scientists recently discovered remnants of vast urban settlements, proving the existence of ancient Amazonian cities. Using a light-based remote sensing technology called …
Archaeology, Camels and Cars: From The Dead Sea to Petra
We ride with archaeologist Sarah Parcak and Infiniti to the ancient city in Jordan
Via nytimes.com
The Erosion of Easter Island
One of the most remote inhabited locations, Easter Island captivates because of the remnants of the ancient civilization it once housed: moai statues and “ahu” platforms, found predominantly along the island’s coast. …