This ancient observatory, while less well-known than its British counterpart, offers a glimpse into the advanced understanding of astronomy possessed by early human societies. Nabta Playa remains ...

BEIJING, Jan. 17 (Xinhua) -- The following are news items about China to be covered or pursued by Xinhua on Friday: ...

Leading theories on Stonehenge suggest it may have been a site of religious significance, an ancient observatory or a solar calendar. But the latest theory indicates the possibility of a more ...

In addition, the "Heavenly Palace Caisson Magnet" from the Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum, and the "Qianlong Imperial Pavilion Sand and Leaf Magnet" from the Beijing Art Museum have also ...

Leading theories on Stonehenge suggest it may have been a site of religious significance, an ancient observatory or a solar calendar. But the latest theory indicates the possibility of a more ...

Here’s how it works. An ancient and enigmatic stone circle in the Middle East may not be a prehistoric astronomical observatory after all, according to a new study of satellite images.

Drone mapping reveals large-scale Bronze Age settlement in Caucasus Dmanisis Gora’s defensive wall changes understanding of ancient settlemen Drone tech uncovers new insights into ancient population ...

Rujm el-Hiri’s astronomical function now in question Geodynamic shifts alter alignment of the ancient site New findings suggest agricultural use over ceremonial ...

A new study by researchers from Tel Aviv University and Ben-Gurion University reveals that geodynamic shifts over millions of years reoriented the ancient Rujm el-Hiri site, challenging its long-held ...

Scientists identified unique engravings that could be the oldest 3D map in the world during an investigation of the Ségognole 3 cave south of Paris, France. The research, published in the Oxford ...

In addition, it was also the largest burial ground of its age. Some archaeologists think it might have been a religious temple, an ancient observatory and a solar calendar, and this new research adds ...