1. The 3,000-year-old city

The 3,000-year-old city buried under the sand in Egypt is said to be the “lost city of gold”, dating back to the reign of Amenhotep III.

The site was found near Luxor, home of the Valley of the Kings.

After 7 months of excavation, several neighborhoods were discovered, including a bakery complete with oven and storage pottery, administrative and residential areas.

2. Ancient ceremonial chariot

The ancient ceremonial chariot (Italy) was found at a villa near Pompeii, an ancient city in Southern Italy.

This is said to be a luxurious vehicle, used in ceremonies like ancient weddings. The carriage was made of bronze and tin almost completely intact, with traces of wood and marks of ropes.

3. 2,000 year old restaurant

The 2,000-year-old restaurant in Pompeii (Italy) was discovered in 2019 with a fairly intact condition thanks to the volcanic ash layer.

The frescoes on the bar are said to depict the dishes that customers can order.

In addition, archaeologists also found bones of pigs, goats, fish, ducks, snail shells … contained in terracotta jars. This finding is as evidence for the dishes served at the restaurant.

4. Ancient Roman Vault

Ancient Roman vaults containing more than 5,500 Roman silver coins were discovered in an ancient river bed in Augsburg, Germany.

According to archaeologists, these coins are denarii, dating back about 1,800 years.

The origin of the coins remains a mystery. Archaeologists think it may have been washed away for centuries by a flood on the Wertach River.

5. Roman Shipwreck in Sicily

The Roman shipwreck in Sicily (Italy) was found at a depth of 92 m, dating back more than 2,000 years.

At the wreck, scientists discovered the ship was full of wine and olive oil containers.

The findings help reveal about trade in goods as well as life on ships and the relationship between the coastal populations of the Mediterranean.

6. Theory of female rule in ancient Spain

The theory of women’s rule in ancient Spain was discovered in 2014.

Researchers have unearthed two sets of remains, one male and one female, about 3,700 years old that were buried together.

On the woman’s remains, archaeologists found a series of silver jewelry such as rings, bracelets, crowns… Meanwhile, the man buried next to him only had gold earrings, rings, a dagger. copper.

According to scholars, this woman belonged to the ruling class in El Argar society, the crown on her head was a symbol of power.

7. Pieces of Dead Sea Scrolls

Fragments of the Dead Sea Scrolls in the Horror Cave in the Judean Desert (Israel) include passages written in Greek, with the name of God written in ancient Hebrew script.

These pieces of paper are believed to be part of the biblical books of the prophets Zechariah and Nahum.

In addition, scientists also discovered rare coins, a 6,000-year-old skeleton of a 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘥, and a 10,000-year-old basket here.

8. Ancient coffin discovered under Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris

After a fire destroyed Notre Dame in Paris in 2019, archaeologists were called in to measure the extent of the damage.

During excavations at the church in early 2022, two lead coffins were discovered but their identities are unknown.

The latest discovery on December 9, 2022, researchers believe that the coffin contains the remains of two upper-class men. One was a monk, the other was a young knight.

9. Colosseum 1,800 years old

The 1,800-year-old Colosseum in Turkey was found in 2020, on the hillside of Mastaura.

This is said to be the venue for gladiatorial battles as well as encounters with wild animals.

Most of the arena is underground, the central area covered by wild plants.

10. 5 4,000-year-old Egyptian tombs

Five 4,000-year-old Egyptian tombs in Egypt were discovered in almost intact condition.

These are tombs for high-ranking officials in ancient Egypt such as those in charge of palace supervision, priests…

Inside these tombs are many unique works of art and architecture, revealing the daily life of the ancient Egyptians.