King David's Tomb: Part 1 -- Finding It

In 1913, Raymond Weill was the first Jewish archaeologist to excavate the most ancient part of Jerusalem. What was he looking for? King David's Tomb. How did he know where to look for the tomb? He used the Bible!

Sea Monsters Size Comparison

Let our friend walk and show you the vast size and collection of many sea creatures from the Plesiosaurus to the Blue Whale and beyond! They include Jurassic World featured Mosasaurus, Prehistoric Whales such as Basilosaurus and Livyatan, and even the Meg Megalodon.

Included in this comparison is a walking human to show the sizes, as well as the largest and biggest shark, largest animal, largest whale, largest fish, largest marine creature, largest crab, largest squid, largest ray and many more!

12 Most Amazing Ancient Technologies Scientists Still Can't Explain

The job of an archaeologist is to explain the past to us, but there are times when explaining the past is tantamount to explaining the impossible. There are things that our greatest minds simply can’t fathom. Often, the problem of an archaeologist or scientist looking at an ancient place or an object is to try to explain the technology that went into its construction - and there are times when they can’t, as you’re about to see!

Expert Claims Traces Of Otherworldly Organic Matter Has Just Been Found In Mountains In South Africa

Expert claims traces of otherworldly organic matter has just been found in Mountains in South Africa. Today, we take a look at what has been found in these mountains in South Africa.

For the first time, scientists have discovered evidence of extra-terrestrial organic matter in terrestrial rocks. The discovery is further confirmation that we have a lot to learn from the meteorites that have hit Earth for billions of years. The new evidence comes from South Africa’s Makhonjwa Mountains, specifically the Josefsdal Chert, a volcanic deposit. The mountain range houses many of the planet’s oldest rocks, but it turns out that for some of the rocks, it is more than just their age that is interesting.

The Rosetta Stone and what it actually says with Ilona Regulski

The Rosetta Stone is one of the most famous objects in the British Museum. But what is it? What does it actually say? And did you know that since the discovery of the the Rosetta Stone in 1799, another 27 copies have been found throughout Egypt, the most recent being discovered in 2011?

If you answered no, don't worry! Dr Ilona Regulski, Curator of Ancient Writing at the British Museum has this and so much more to tell you about the object that unlocked ancient Egypt.

If you answered yes, well done for having completed the set reading ahead of time. However, there's still loads more to learn about this amazing object, so stick around for a while.

The Mystery Of The Shetland Viking Ship Burial

What does the Giant's Grave conceal? And could it be connected with some Viking pottery found in a nearby garden? What the team discovers could be one of their most legendary finds. Enjoy!

Dinosaurs of the Mid-Jurassic period

How do we view the Earth now? Cities, villages, farms, fields, bridges, dams. This is the human world. But things were different about 170 million years ago… Then, in the middle of the Jurassic period, dinosaurs dominated the planet.

Giant herbivorous dinosaurs were the most prevalent. They were over 15 meters long, like the huge US Maxi-Stack train platform! Truly amazing creatures. Some of them had insanely long necks. If our eras somehow miraculously merged, the giants could have peered into the windows of buildings as high as the fifth floor. But why did dinosaurs really need such necks? And why were many of them covered with tank-like impenetrable armor? Who would dare to attack such giants? Did carnivorous dinosaurs hunt in packs and therefore weren't afraid of anyone?

But this is far from everything that makes mid-Jurassic dinosaurs incredible. Horny plates above the eyes, bizarre crests on the heads, bone growths on the backs! These animals sometimes looked like real “chimeras” from the most terrible nightmares. They lived among water body inhabitants and strange creatures that soared in the sky who were no less scary. However, let's take a virtual journey into that world. And you'll see everything with your own eyes!

The Oldest Fossils on Earth Revealed!

In this video, we explore the oldest fossils on our planet and delve into the fascinating world of paleontology.

From the earliest single-celled organisms to the giant dinosaurs that roamed the earth millions of years ago, we take a look at the oldest fossils ever discovered and the stories they tell about the early history of life on Earth.

We also discuss the methods and techniques used by paleontologists to study these ancient remains and the insights they have provided into the evolution of life on our planet.

The Mysterious Rongorongo script - Why is it still undeciphered?

The Rongorongo script is a system of glyphs that was used on Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui, in the southeastern Pacific Ocean. It is considered one of the few undeciphered writing systems in the world, with no one being able to fully understand or read the script.

The glyphs are carved into wooden tablets that were used for various purposes, including religious practices, genealogy, and possibly even as a form of currency. The tablets feature complex designs and intricate patterns, with the glyphs arranged in lines that read from left to right and top to bottom.

Many theories have been proposed regarding the meaning and purpose of the Rongorongo script, but none have been widely accepted. Some experts believe that the script may have been a mnemonic device used to memorize oral traditions, while others suggest it was a form of proto-writing or even a failed attempt at creating a full writing system.

Despite its mystery, the Rongorongo script remains an important part of Easter Island's cultural heritage and a fascinating subject of study for archaeologists and linguists alike.

The Iron Pillar of Delhi - This is why it is so powerful

The Iron Pillar of Delhi is a 7-meter-tall iron column located in the Qutb complex in Delhi, India. It is believed to have been constructed during the Gupta period in the 4th or 5th century AD, and is known for its remarkable resistance to corrosion.

The pillar is made of a high-purity iron alloy, and features inscriptions in the Brahmi script that refer to a ruler named Chandra. Despite being exposed to the elements for over a millennium, the pillar has not rusted or deteriorated significantly, which is a testament to the advanced metallurgical techniques employed by ancient Indian blacksmiths.

Numerous theories have been proposed to explain the pillar's remarkable resistance to corrosion, including a protective layer of rust, a high phosphorus content in the iron, and the presence of trace elements such as nickel and chromium. However, the exact reason for the pillar's durability remains a subject of debate and investigation.

The Iron Pillar of Delhi is considered a remarkable feat of ancient engineering, and continues to be a popular tourist attraction and an object of scientific study.

12 Most Mysterious Archaeological Finds

There are some archaeological discoveries that support our understanding of history, but there are also some that challenge it. The challenging ones always make for more interesting stories. They're finds that don't fit and artefacts that don't acquiesce to the established narrative. Let's check some of them out in this video!

Joe Rogan Reacts to Levitation Used to Build Egyptian Pyramids

There are very few people who have visited the pyramids of Giza that haven't wondered how an ancient civilization without modern technology could build such enormous structures that can be seen even from space. The design of the pyramids of Giza remains a mystery to researchers all over the world, so everyone seeks to present studies on how this miracle was built. Did ancient societies have knowledge that has been lost to science since then? Were amazing technologies forgotten that were available to the Ancient Egyptians, allowing them to build the pyramids?

Spartacus and other Slave Rebellions in Rome

In today’s video we will talk about Slave Rebellions that shook the foundation of the Roman Republic. The video describes 2 Slave rebellions on Sicily, led by Eunus and Salvius and then focuses on the rebellion of the gladiator Spartacus, which forced Rome to use numerous legions and some of its best generals - Pompey and Crassus. Enjoy!

Activities That Can Be Traced Back to Pagan Culture

Links between holiday traditions and pagan culture are well established - and occasionally celebrated - but there are also a lot of misconceptions about paganism that make the word itself a bit taboo.

Paganism isn't something to be feared or shunned. In Latin, "pagan" was simply the word for villager or civilian. Religious connotations that developed during the Middle Ages made pagans into heathens rather than outsiders.

With all that in mind, there continues to be a pervasive presence of paganism in the modern world.

Sigiriya - Ancient Sky City Built With Advanced Technology

One of the most impressive places in Sri Lanka is Sigiriya, a site often named the 8th wonder of the world. Sigiriya was also home to an ancient city that sat atop the monolithic rock towering 650 feet over the town of Dambulla in the Matale District of Sri Lanka. The site attracts thousands of tourists daily and has been a UNESCO heritage site since 1982. Many believe that the giant monolithic rock looks unnatural because of its perfectly flat top, which almost looks like it's been cut at a precise angle. The locals believe this ancient site was built thousands of years ago by an ancient Hindu god, named Ravana, who was part of an advanced race of beings known as the Asura. These deities are said to have come down from the sky and ruled over portions of humanity. There are strange scoop marks and holes in the rock, and at the top, there are bricks, marble blocks, and an enormous granite water tank found in the middle of the site. How all of them were built and how ancient carried the materials to the top is still unexplained.

Nikola Tesla Reveals Terrifying Truth About the Ancient Pyramids

The pyramids of Egypt have long been shrouded in mystery, with countless theories and legends surrounding their construction and purpose. But what if there was a scientific explanation for their design? In recently discovered documents, legendary inventor Nikola Tesla reportedly revealed a shocking truth about the pyramids - a truth so terrifying that it was hidden from the world for decades.

Could the pyramids be not simply tombs or monuments but advanced machines capable of harnessing and transmitting massive amounts of energy?