These two ancient Egyptian zodiac signs were uncovered in the Temple of Esna, Egypt. On the left is a Sagittarius, and on the right is a Scorpio.Ahmed Emam, Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities Ancient ...

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For over 100 years, archaeologists have been flummoxed by a set of symbols discovered at an ancient temple in Iraq — until now. An expert on Mesopotamia says he has decoded the symbols, revealing a ...

A rare ceramic oil lamp from the late Roman period that bears images of items used in the Second Temple has been discovered in Jerusalem, the Israel Antiquities Authority said Thursday. “After the ...

Diwali, the festival of lights, transforms India into a land of glowing lamps, divine energy, and festive joy. While every ...

A flag of saffron colour with symbols of the sun, Om, and Kovidar tree, as described in the Valmiki Ramayana, inscribed on it ...

Ancient Egyptian star signs were found under a thick layer of soot and dust in the Temple of Esna. The colors in the full set of Egyptian zodiac symbols are vivid after being protected by the grime.

A researcher claims to have decoded an ancient set of symbols found in Iraq that have long puzzled experts. Image from the New York Public Library For over 100 years, archaeologists have been ...