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Ancient tunnel with unknown age, purpose found near Kibbutz Ramat Rachel ahead of Jerusalem Day
After descending a set of ancient stairs from the surface, archaeologists found themselves standing at the hewn opening of the tunnel, found to be filled with hundreds of years of ancient sewage.
Collection of Greek, Roman, Byzantine artifacts discovered in neighborhood of Egypt’s Alexandria
World's oldest plague mass grave found beneath Roman racetrack in Jordan - study
Project to make Tel Hebron’s Second Temple mikveh accessible to visitors nearly complete, INPA says
Stunning 1,600-year-old Byzantine mosaic unveiled in Western Negev
Known as the Be’er Shema (Birsama) mosaic, it stands out as one of the most impressive ancient mosaics found in southern Israel.
1,500-year-old figurines found in Negev point to early Christians in southern Israel
Experts say that the figurines prove that a Christian community lived in southern Israel nearly 1,000 years ago.
Rare menorah capital found near Jerusalem to be unveiled on Independence Day
This stone capital is considered one-of-a-kind and has not been found anywhere else in the world, according to the IAA.
Scientists discover new 15 million-year old fish with last meal fossilized inside its stomach
With the discovery of the species, scientists can now properly develop a timeline surrounding the arrival of the fish in Australia and its evolution since then.
Ancient pyramid, coins, and weapons: Archaeologists unearth Judean Desert treasure trove
A 2,200-year-old pyramid-shaped structure and artifacts were uncovered in the Judean Desert, reshaping history. The IAA-led dig near Nahal Zohar invites volunteers to help uncover its purpose.
New Ben-Gurion Airport exhibit showcases 3,000 years of Jewish history
Travelers at Ben-Gurion Airport can explore Israel’s rich 3,000 year history with a new archaeological exhibition that will be open until 2026.
Archaeologists uncover 2,000-year-old Roman service station in Gloucestershire
The mutatio served as a vital resting point for travelers, merchants, and soldiers on the busy route, offering essential services such as food, water, and stables for horses.
1,500-year-old Roman coffin found in East England during A47 highway works
The sarcophagus was recovered from a small Roman roadside cemetery, undisturbed since its burial in Roman times.
Is this the greatest archaeological finding of 2024?
In January 2023, archaeologists discovered lost Amazon cities, home to 10,000 farmers 2,000 years ago, revealing a pre-Columbian civilization in a previously sparsely inhabited area.
Israeli researchers unearth unique Byzantine-era monastery near Kiryat Gat
"The mosaic discovered in Kiryat Gat is one of the most unique ever found in Israel," said Mark Avrahami, Head of Artistic Conservation at the Israel Antiquities Authority.
