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lancashirepast.com
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| | | | | Castlesteads is an Iron Age promontory hill fort on the east bank of the River Irwell. Although there is no immediate access currently to the top of the site, there are good views of its steep slopes from Burrs Country Park. The hillside is now covered in trees, but you can get a sense of... | |
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www.caitlingreen.org
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| | | | | The following note looks briefly at the question of camels in Roman Britain. Recent work has demonstrated that both dromedaries (or Arabian... | |
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analog-antiquarian.net
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| | | | | [AI summary] This chapter of the series delves into the archaeological exploration of Babylon, focusing on the work of Robert Koldewey, a German archaeologist who conducted extensive excavations in the early 20th century. The chapter discusses the methods and challenges of archaeological work in the region, the significance of Koldewey's discoveries, and the ongoing debates surrounding the existence of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. It also touches on the political and historical context of archaeological efforts in Mesopotamia, including the impact of modern political instability on the field. The chapter ends with a reflection on the unresolved mystery of the Hanging Gardens and the broader implications for understanding ancient civilizations. | |
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archaeologymag.com
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| | | Excavations at St. Nicholas Church in Turkey uncovered a sarcophagus, possibly the tomb of Saint Nicholas who inspired the legend of Santa Claus | ||
