Archaeologists believe they will soon solve the mystery regarding the ancient Greek city of Hadrianopolis which was suddenly abandoned.

Ever wondered if the stories of lost cities are just myths passed down through generations—or if there’s a grain of truth ...

Understanding the Zapotecs’ level of political and social organization provides insight into their agency in negotiations ...

Even after the fall of the Roman Empire, the city remained inhabited for centuries before gradually being abandoned. Walking through the ruins today, visitors can admire the grandeur of ancient ...

The ancient African town of Chinguetti was once a stopover for trade caravans and pilgrims in the Sahara Desert. As many of the people passing through were rich and educated, libraries started ...

Photo from the South Jutland Archaeological Museum Sifting through the soil of an abandoned ancient village, archaeologists in Denmark searched for anything that looked human-made. Their efforts ...