10 Most Amazing Archaeological Finds
Tutankhamun’s Tomb
The discovery of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun’s nearly intact tomb by Howard Carter in 1922 is one of the most significant archaeological finds in history.
Rosetta Stone
The discovery of the Rosetta Stone, an ancient Egyptian stele inscribed with a decree in three scripts, was the key to deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs.
Terracotta Army
The discovery of thousands of life-sized terracotta figures of warriors, horses, and chariots in the tomb of the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, is one of the most impressive archaeological finds ever made.
Dead Sea Scrolls
The discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, a collection of Jewish texts dating back to the 2nd century BCE, has revolutionized our understanding of ancient Judaism and early Christianity.
Machu Picchu
The discovery of the Inca citadel of Machu Picchu in 1911 by Hiram Bingham revealed one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in the world.
Pompeii
The rediscovery of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE, has provided unprecedented insights into daily life in ancient Rome.
Lascaux Caves
The discovery of the Lascaux Caves in France, with their spectacular prehistoric paintings, has given us a glimpse into the artistic achievements of our distant ancestors.
Stonehenge
The discovery of the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge in England, consisting of giant standing stones arranged in a circular pattern, has puzzled archaeologists for centuries.
Göbekli Tepe
The discovery of the ancient site of Göbekli Tepe in Turkey, which dates back to around 10,000 BCE and contains megalithic structures, has challenged our understanding of the development of human civilization.
Angkor Wat
The discovery of the ancient temple complex of Angkor Wat in Cambodia, which dates back to the 12th century CE, is one of the most impressive archaeological finds in Southeast Asia.