Many ancient civilizations left behind ruins artifacts and cultural traces that continue to raise questions about their origins development and eventual decline. Archaeological discoveries provide ...

The Egyptians working on the pyramids are helping create a culture that will last more than 3,000 years—it will be one of the longest-lasting civilizations in the world. During that time, ancient ...

A century ago, UChicago scholars argued a controversial idea: Western civilization had its roots in the ancient Middle East—not in Greece or Rome. Today, scholars at the OI and across the University ...

Ancient civilizations left behind various symbols whose meanings and purposes remain partly unclear today. Researchers study archaeological findings historical context and recurring patterns to better ...

Coliseums, giant stone heads, abandoned gardens, and ancient signs of plumbing are all signs of a prosperous and intelligent ancient civilization. So why leave it all behind? For years, scientists ...