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What's the Largest Pyramid in the World?
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When you think of the imposing stature of pyramids, you might picture the Great Pyramid of Giza. But the Egypt-based structure is by no means the only impressive pyramid in the world.
12 Of The Oldest Objects Ever Discovered
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A lot of the times when people think of ancient artifacts, they picture Greek or Roman tools and relics. Things like oxidized copper trinkets, ivory statues, or maybe a bit of gold jewelry. But once you start thinking in archeological terms, a whole world of possibilities open up that pre date recorded history. Now we [...] The post 12 Of The Oldest Objects Ever Discovered appeared first on Goliath.
How Mummies Work
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They stick around long after death and compete with the likes of Dracula, Frankenstein's monster and the Wolfman as one of the great figures of classic horror movies. Are you brave enough to unravel the history of these real-life, tangible ghosts?
Can We Guess Your Religion In Just 30 Questions?
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The world is full of colorful and fascinating religions, some ancient, some modern. With just a few pieces of information, we believe we can guess which faith is in your heart, so take this quiz!
13 Egyptian Gods and Goddesses With Intense Backstories
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Prime god Ra died every night and was reborn every morning. The goddess Neith defied gender norms and stereotypes as a great warrior. These are just two of the fascinating stories from the pantheon of Egyptian gods and goddesses.
10 Castles in Scotland You Have to See on Your Next Trip
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Scotland is packed with ancient stone towers, royal strongholds and ruins perched on dramatic cliffs. Whether you love medieval history or just want a view worth the hike, these castles in Scotland are must-visits.
Was there a real Atlantis?
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Was there a real Atlantis? Read about the search for the lost city of Atlantis and why it has obsessed scientists and historians for centuries.
15 Most Expensive Cat Breeds in the World
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Cats have an exceptionally independent personality compared to other pets. There must be some distant memory of being worshipped as gods in ancient Egypt locked away in their genetic code that explains their sassy, uppity nature.
Test Your Mental Mettle With These Ridiculous Riddles
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Riddles certainly aren't new. In fact, ancient Sumerians were writing them over 4000 years ago! Let's see how well you do with our collection of brain-teasers!
Family Tree of Homo Sapiens Continues to Evolve
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Were hobbits and giants real? And are they distant relatives of humans?