Civilizations
El Dorado A City of Gold One of the most captivating myths throughout history, El Dorado, has intrigued explorers and historians for centuries. The myth speaks of a gold-filled city, sometimes intertwined with the idea of an entire kingdom overflowing with riches and treasures. But was it real or just an exaggeration fueled by greed … Read more
Named after a Bronze Age superpower that took control over Egypt and battled Babylon, the Hittites Empire is known to have existed in the Anatolia region. It is believed that the Hittite Empire controlled a significant area of the ancient Near East. Surprisingly, this civilization, despite all its prominence, vanished completely and historians stumbled upon … Read more
The Olmec Civilization is one of the most fascinating and enigmatic cultures of the ancient world. Known as the “mother civilization” of Mesoamerica, Olmec Civilization Facts served as the cornerstone for various cultural, religious, and technological advancements that were later built upon by the Maya and Aztec civilizations. Even though the Olmec civilization thrived a … Read more
The Mongols empire served as one of the most powerful civilizations in history and development of the Mongols influenced the global power structure. The Mongols commanded the largest contiguous empire stretching from the Pacific ocean all the way to eastern Europe. The Mongol civilization was destined to do great things and their rapid expansion can … Read more
The Olmec Civilization is considered the first great civilization of Mesoamerica and is often referred to as the “Mother Culture” of the region. The Olmecs thrived between 1500 BCE and 400 BCE creating the foundations for the later Mesoamerican civilizations like the Maya, Zapotecls, and Aztecs. The signature colossal stone heads are a masterpiece of … Read more
The shift from nomadic lifestyles to advanced civilization was made possible through the discovery of farming, and this is what is referred to as The Neolithic Revolution. The Neolithic Revolution stemmed from changes in the climate as well as population growth, which allowed for agriculture to flourish. This expansion took place around twelve thousand years … Read more
The Neolithic Revolution also knows as the ‘Agricultural Revolution’ is what many people consider to be one of the most important changes in human history. The shift that started roughly 10,000 B.C.E. marks how humans lived and interacted with each other fundamentally changed. Societies stopped migrating and living as hunter-gatherers, ingrained themselves in agricultural practices, … Read more
The Indus Valley Civilization (IVC), or Harappan Civilization, was among the most developed and mysterious ancient cultures. It thrived from 3300 BCE to 1300 BCE and spanned the northwestern part of the Indian subcontinent. The IVC remains a source of fascination to archaeologists and historians, as it reveals new information about early urban centers, futuristic … Read more