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ancient civilizations

Archaeological findings suggest alphabetic writing may be some 500 years older than other discoveries

Ancient Clay Cylinders Reveal Earliest Known Alphabet, Reshaping History of Written Communication

The remains of the most sophisticated prehistoric native civilization north of Mexico are preserved at Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site in Illinois. Archaeologist Natalie Mueller's new study casts doubt on a popular theory about why the ancient city was abandoned.

New study adds to mystery of Cahokia exodus

A generated image showing an ancient Maya ballcourt with an inset of four plants – morning glory, lancewood, chili peppers, and jool leaves – arranged in a ceremonial offering

Ancient Maya Ballcourt Reveals Ceremonial Offerings of Hallucinogenic and Medicinal Plants

Silver reveals luxury tastes of Vikings and trade talents of ancient Greeks

Roman fort

Between Sky and Sand

The dimensions of desert dragons only become apparent from the air: at Jebel az-Zilliyat in Saudi Arabia, the true-to-scale engraving depicts nearby desert dragons.

Oldest architectural plans detail mysterious desert mega structures

Dance and games offer glimpses of life – and death – in ancient Italy

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