Nazis thought the grave belonged to a white man. But the 9,000-year-old human remains were of a powerful, dark-skinned woman. When the "Shaman of Bad Dürrenberg" was discovered in eastern Germany in 1934, the remains were assigned to a rich man, the "original Aryan". The Nazis, already in power, believed they had discovered in the 9,000-year-old remains one of their powerful … [Read more...] about How Nazis whitewashed a prehistoric shaman’s remains
Mesolithic Period
Unveiling the Mysteries of Doggerland: Britain’s Submerged Past
Introduction Doggerland, a lost realm beneath the waves of the North Sea, presents a captivating tale of an ancient connection between Britain and continental Europe. Submerged around 6500–6200 BCE due to rising sea levels, this Mesolithic haven has intrigued scientists and historians alike. Join us as we journey through time, unraveling the mysteries of Doggerland's rich … [Read more...] about Unveiling the Mysteries of Doggerland: Britain’s Submerged Past
Sigiriya
Sigiriya or Sinhagiri (Lion Rock Sinhala: සීගිරිය, Tamil: சிகிரியா/சிங்ககிரி, pronounced see-gi-ri-yə) is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of granite rock approximately 180 m (590 ft) … [Read more...] about Sigiriya