Achnabreck Prehistoric Rock Art Panels, nr. Lochgilphead, Argyll, Scotland

Five years ago today I was in Avebury, Wiltshire in the UK, my favorite place outside Pennsylvania, to stay for a few days. I wish I’d had this phone so the photos would be better.

Stone Age Mound – Carl Gustav Carus // The Horror and the Wild – The Amazing Devil

Marvels, like most famous ancient ruins like the pyramids of giza is for Egypt, or the colossaio of Rome

The obvious is the Parthenon of course but do we have more underrated ones?

You see, I don't understand if marvels in this case stands for landmarks or wonders.

Because if we are talking about wonders, the current seven wonders of the world do not include either Greek or Egyptian monuments. No Parthenon, no pyramids! Of course, you could expect such lunacy from the nonsensical obsession with the number 7, as if civilization can fit in seven monuments. (The Giza Pyramid is sometimes referred to as "honorary mention" but that doesn't save it.)

However, when it comes to the 7 wonders of the ancient world, 5 are Greek-built (maybe that's why they gave us nothing in the modern one lol), two of them located in modern-day Greece, two in modern-day Turkey and one in Egypt. But these are of the ancient world - meaning they are all destroyed by now. For the record, these were the Statue of Zeus in Olympia, the Colossus of Rhodes, the Lighthouse of Alexandria in Egypt (not the Library) and in Turkey the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus and the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus. (BTW the non-Greek ones are indeed the Pyramids of Egypt and the hanging gardens of Babylon.)

Now if we simply talk about landmarks and great monuments, yes of course there isn't just Parthenon. Like all countries, there is one that is the symbol of the country and the others are less known but known to those who are interested in the place's history. I wouldn't say they are underrated, anybody who comes to Greece for the history knows or visits Delphi, Epidaurus, Mycenae, Olympia, Knossos , Vergina, Aegae or Delos. And many others, i.e the Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion, the Temple of Hephaestus in Athens, the Temple of Apollo Epicurius at Bassae, the Temple of Lindia Athena in Rhodes and then many others but these are the top famous I believe. Below is a post I had made with some information about the 10 most touristy ones.

Tidal Graves and the Eyes of Dunino Den: Scotland Reflections Part 2

After a few days in Edinburgh we were ready to move onwards. We picked up our rental car and headed North to Torryburn Beach. It took a while, but we eventually found what I was looking for: the grave of Lilias Adie. Lilias Adie, a woman in her sixties, was accused of consorting with the devil in the early 1700s. She was imprisoned under the crime of witchcraft, tortured and interrogated until…

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Explore These 7 ancient sites and cultural landmarks that unravel the past

In a world bustling with modernity, there exists a timeless allure to the ancient, a captivating link to our collective past that goes beyond generations. From magnificent ruins to majestic monuments, the remnants of bygone civilizations stand as testaments to human ingenuity and perseverance. 

The ancient sites and cultural landmarks present in the world offer a glimpse into the rich tapestry of human history and achievement, each of which invites you to embark on a journey through time and explore the wonders of the ancient world. So pack your bags, embrace the spirit of adventure, and embark on a voyage of discovery to these timeless treasures.

1. The Great Pyramids of Giza, Egypt

The Great Pyramids of Giza, standing proudly on the outskirts of Cairo, are perhaps the most iconic symbol of ancient Egypt. Built over 4,500 years ago as tombs for pharaohs, these colossal structures continue to amaze visitors with their sheer size and architectural precision. On your trip here, marvel at the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest of the three, and review the mysteries that cover these ancient wonders.

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Cumberland County Pre Historic Ancient Site from Stone

LoveTNLife.com — Cumberland County, TN — There’s signs of Ancient civilizations everywhere.  This unique site is owned and maintained by the State of Tennessee, see it on Google Maps Black Mountain Trailhead. There’s amazing trails which connect to the larger Cumberland Trail system.  At the top of this mountain bluff, there is a nearly perfectly square cube, surrounded by rocks which appear to…

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Picture of the Day: Holy Well, Southam, Warwickshire [2010]

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Partial view of bathroom in House of Menander, Pompeii.

Ancient Astronaut Society | Ancient Healing | Light Code

From the secret schools of ancient knowledge to the shamans of indigenous nations, learn the ancient knowledge and wisdom of the world and reality. You can read articles on your ancestors' old wisdom, technology, visits from astronauts in the distant past, and communications with wise extraterrestrials here.

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Ballochmyle Prehistoric Rock Art Panels, Ballochmyle, East Ayrshire, Scotland

5 years ago I visited this place with some people who live nearby and know way more about it than I do. I got inside the circle and took loads of pictures. The weather was grey but not raining like it was a few mornings later when I visited again.

The Veil is thin tonight-

-Can you feel it on your skin?

Tingling?

Ink and fineliner on paper

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The ancient tenders of the Behemoth had everything they thought they would ever need: the Gladekeeper, the Tree and the Loop. But after the events of the Bounty of the Elements, the newest generation of Auraboa finds that it wants to learn of the outside world, and connect with those outside their ancestral homeland and unique bond!

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