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07/09/2023

Hello, this is Historical places . I can help you write a Facebook post about the Tollund Man, a fascinating example of a bog body from the Iron Age. Here is a possible post you can use or modify:

Have you ever heard of the Tollund Man? He is one of the most well-preserved bog bodies ever found, dating back to the 4th century BC. He was discovered in 1950 in a peat bog near Silkeborg, Denmark, by two peat cutters who thought he was a recent murder victim. But he was actually a human sacrifice who was hanged and buried in the bog more than 2,000 years ago.

The acidic and oxygen-poor conditions of the bog preserved his soft tissues, including his skin, hair, nails, and internal organs. His face still looks so lifelike that you can see his stubble and wrinkles. Scientists were able to take his fingerprints and analyze his stomach contents to learn more about his life and death.

He was about 40 years old when he died, and he wore a pointed cap and a belt made of animal hide. His last meal consisted of porridge made of barley, flax, and wild seeds, mixed with some fish. He probably lived in a nearby village and worked as a farmer or a herdsman. He may have been chosen as a sacrifice to appease the gods or to ensure a good harvest.

The Tollund Man is a glimpse into the past that reveals the mysteries and rituals of the Iron Age people. He is now on display at the Silkeborg Museum, where you can see him for yourself. If you are interested in learning more about him and other bog bodies, check out these links:

05/09/2023

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The golden sarcophagus of Tutankhamun is a remarkable artifact that was discovered in 1922 by the British archaeologist Howard Carter in the Valley of the Kings, Egypt. It is the outermost of the three coffins that contained the mummy of the young pharaoh, who ruled Egypt from c. 1332 to 1323 BCE. The sarcophagus is made of quartzite, a hard stone that was carved and painted with scenes and inscriptions depicting Tutankhamun’s journey to the afterlife. The sarcophagus measures 223 x 83 x 105 cm and weighs about 1.5 tons1.

The sarcophagus was found inside a burial chamber that was sealed with a large stone door. Carter and his team had to break through the door to enter the chamber, where they saw a magnificent sight: four gilded wooden shrines that surrounded the sarcophagus. The shrines were nested inside each other like Russian dolls, and each one had a pair of protective goddesses on the corners. The innermost shrine was decorated with scenes of Tutankhamun and his wife Ankhesenamun2.

Inside the shrines, Carter found the sarcophagus, which had a large winged goddess on the lid. The goddess was identified as Nekhbet, the vulture goddess of Upper Egypt, who spread her wings to protect the pharaoh. The lid was also adorned with a row of cobras, representing the royal uraeus, and four protective deities: Isis, Nephthys, Serket, and Neith1.

Carter had to lift the heavy lid of the sarcophagus with a pulley system to reveal the first coffin, which was made of gilded wood and inlaid with semi-precious stones. The coffin had a portrait of Tutankhamun wearing the nemes headdress, a false beard, and a broad collar. The coffin also had two golden rods that crossed over the chest, symbolizing the crook and flail of kingship2.

Inside the first coffin, Carter found another coffin, which was also made of gilded wood and inlaid with stones. The second coffin had a similar portrait of Tutankhamun, but with different details. For example, the nemes headdress had stripes of blue glass instead of lapis lazuli, and the false beard was curved instead of straight2.

Inside the second coffin, Carter found the third and final coffin, which was made of solid gold and weighed about 110 kg. The third coffin had the most elaborate portrait of Tutankhamun, which was covered with a thin layer of gold foil and inlaid with glass and stones. The portrait showed Tutankhamun wearing a striped nemes headdress with two feathers and two horns on top, a vulture and a cobra on the forehead, a false beard with a gold tip, and a broad collar with floral motifs. The coffin also had two golden rods that crossed over the chest, but this time they were shaped like lotus flowers2.

Inside the third coffin, Carter found the mummy of Tutankhamun, which was wrapped in linen bandages and adorned with jewelry and amulets. On top of the mummy’s head was the famous gold funerary mask, which had a serene expression and lifelike features. The mask was made of gold and inlaid with glass and stones. It measured 54 x 39.3 x 49 cm and weighed about 11 kg2.

The golden sarcophagus of Tutankhamun is one of the most precious and iconic treasures of ancient Egypt. It reflects the artistic skill and religious beliefs of the Egyptians, who believed that preserving the body and providing it with protection and offerings would ensure eternal life for the pharaoh. The sarcophagus also reveals some aspects of Tutankhamun’s life and death, such as his age, appearance, family, and possible cause of death2.

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03/09/2023

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I can help you with some information about the coronation of King Ptolemy VIII and the Temple of Horus at Edfu. 😊

King Ptolemy VIII, also known as **Ptolemy Euergetes II** or **Ptolemy Physcon** (meaning "Fatty"), was a Macedonian king of Egypt who ruled from 170 to 116 BC, with some interruptions¹. He was the younger brother of Ptolemy VI, and he often clashed with him and his wife Cleopatra II over the throne. He also had to deal with Roman interference and civil war in Egypt².

One of his achievements was the completion of the Temple of Horus at Edfu, which was started by his predecessor Ptolemy III in 237 BC. The temple was dedicated to Horus, the falcon-headed god of kingship, who was identified with Apollo by the Greeks³. The temple is one of the best-preserved and most atmospheric ancient monuments in Egypt, thanks to being buried by sand and silt for centuries⁴.

The coronation of Ptolemy VIII by Nekhbet and Wagit is depicted on the walls of the temple's inner sanctuary, where a granite shrine of Nectanebo II stands. Nekhbet was the vulture goddess of Upper Egypt, and Wagit was the cobra goddess of Lower Egypt. They represented the unification of the two lands under the king's authority⁵. The coronation scene shows Ptolemy VIII wearing the double crown of Upper and Lower Egypt, and receiving the ankh (symbol of life) from the two goddesses. This scene was meant to legitimize his rule and link him to the ancient pharaohs⁶.

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02/09/2023

Hegra, also known as al-Hijr or Mada’in Salih, is an archaeological site located in the Al Madinah region of Hejaz, Saudi Arabia. The majority of the remains date back to the Nabatean Kingdom in the 1st century CE 12. The site constitutes the kingdom’s southernmost and largest settlement after its capital Petra 2.

The site is a UNESCO World Heritage property and is the largest conserved site of the Nabataean civilization south of Petra in Jordan 1. It features well-preserved monumental tombs with decorated facades dating from the 1st century BC to the 1st century AD. The site also features some 50 inscriptions of the pre-Nabataean period and some cave drawings 1. With its 111 monumental tombs, 94 of which are decorated, and water wells, the site is an outstanding example of the Nabataeans’ architectural accomplishment and hydraulic expertise 3.

The city of Hegra/Al-Hijr bears witness to the international caravan trade during late Antiquity. It is located at a meeting point between various civilizations of late Antiquity, on a trade route between the Arabian Peninsula, the Mediterranean world, and Asia. It bears outstanding witness to important cultural exchanges in architecture, decoration, language use, and caravan trade 3.

The site includes a major ensemble of tombs and monuments whose architecture and decorations are directly cut into sandstone. It bears witness to the encounter between a variety of decorative and architectural influences (Assyrian, Egyptian, Phoenician, Hellenistic), and the epigraphic presence of several ancient languages (Lihyanite, Thamudic, Nabataean, Greek, Latin) 3. The wells are still in use today 3.

01/09/2023

Darius I, also known as Darius the Great, was one of the greatest Persian rulers who reigned from c. 522 to c. 486 BC 1. He was born to Hystaspes, a provincial governor of Parthia, and belonged to a collateral branch of the royal family 1. Darius was known for his administrative genius and great building projects 1. He attempted several times to conquer Greece but failed. His fleet was destroyed by a storm in 492, and the Athenians defeated his army at Marathon in 490 1.

Darius I’s tomb is located at Naqsh-e Rustam in Iran. The facade of the tomb has an inscription that reads: “I am Darius the great king, king of kings, king of countries containing all kinds of men, king in this great earth far and wide” 1. The inscription also lists the countries that Darius I seized outside Persia and ruled over them 1. These countries include Media, Elam, Parthia, Aria, Bactria, Sogdia, Chorasmia, Drangiana, Arachosia, Sattagydia, Gandara [Gadâra], India [Hiduš], the haoma-drinking Scythians, the Scythians with pointed caps, Babylonia, Assyria, Arabia, Egypt, Armenia, Cappadocia, Lydia, the Greeks (Yauna), the Scythians across the sea (Sakâ), Thrace, the petasos-wearing Greeks [Yaunâ], the Libyans, the Nubians, the men of Maka and the Carians 1.

Darius I claimed that he was restoring the kingship to the rightful Achaemenid house by killing Bardiya (Smerdis), another son of Cyrus who had usurped the throne in March 522 BC 1. He himself belonged to an Achaemenid collateral branch and was not next in line to the throne 1. The principal contemporary sources for his history are his own inscriptions especially the great trilingual inscription on Behistun rock at the village of Bīsitūn 1.

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01/09/2023

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The baboon was a revered animal in ancient Egypt and was associated with Thoth, the god of the moon and wisdom, and adviser to Ra, the god of the sun 1. The baboon is also believed to have been a symbol of fertility and was often depicted in paintings, reliefs, statues, and jewelry 12.

In recent years, studies of living and mummified baboons have shed light on why ancient Egyptians revered these primates. The baboons were imported from the fabled kingdom of Punt, which is believed to have been located in present-day Eritrea or Somalia 13.

The baboons were not only kept as pets but were also used in religious ceremonies. They were mummified and buried with their owners as a symbol of their devotion to Thoth 14.

Interestingly, baboons were also used as cops to chase around criminals. In one instance, a group of baboons was trained to guard a temple in Thebes. The baboons were so effective that they were later used to guard other temples as well 1.

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31/08/2023

The New Archaeological Museum of Patras in Greece houses the skull of a young girl who was laid to rest with a ceramic wreath around 300-400 BC. This intriguing discovery offers a unique glimpse into ancient funerary practices and the symbolism associated with burial rituals during that time period. The ceramic wreath found with the girl’s remains adds a layer of significance to her burial, shedding light on the cultural and religious beliefs of the society in which she lived.

The ceramic wreath is composed of 36 flowers and buds, each made of clay and painted in different colors. The flowers resemble roses, lilies, myrtle, and ivy, which were commonly used in ancient Greek funerary ceremonies. The wreath was probably placed on the girl’s head after her death, as a sign of honor and respect. The wreath may also symbolize the girl’s transition from life to death, as flowers are often associated with both fertility and mortality in ancient Greek culture1.

The girl’s skull was found in a large clay jar, or pithos, which was used as a coffin. This type of burial was common in ancient Greece, especially for children and infants. The pithos was usually buried in the ground, sometimes with other offerings such as pottery, coins, or toys. The pithos burial may reflect the idea that the deceased was returning to the womb of the earth goddess, or that the jar was protecting the soul from evil spirits2.

The girl’s age and cause of death are unknown, but she may have died from disease, accident, or violence. Her burial site was located near the ancient city of Patras, which was a major commercial and cultural center in western Greece. The city was founded by the Achaeans in the 12th century BC, and later became part of the Roman province of Achaea. The city was famous for its sanctuary of Demeter, the goddess of agriculture and fertility, and for its annual festival of Dionysia, the god of wine and theater3.

The New Archaeological Museum of Patras opened in 2009, and displays a rich collection of artifacts from prehistoric to Roman times. The museum covers an area of 28,000 square meters, and features a pool, a metallic dome, and a cultural park. The museum aims to showcase the history and culture of Patras and the surrounding region, as well as to educate and inspire visitors4.

30/08/2023

The Lady of Aigai was a noblewoman who lived in the ancient kingdom of Macedon in the 5th century BC. She was the wife of Amyntas I, who ruled from 540 to 498 BC, and the mother of Alexander I, who succeeded him. She was buried in a lavish tomb in Aigai, the first capital of Macedon, along with many precious objects that reflect her status and wealth.

The tomb of the Lady of Aigai was discovered in 2014 by a team of Greek archaeologists led by Dr. Angeliki Kottaridi. It is part of a cluster of royal tombs that date from the 6th to the 4th century BC, and that include the famous tomb of Philip II, the father of Alexander the Great. The tomb of the Lady of Aigai is one of the oldest and most intact tombs in the cluster, and it reveals a lot about the culture and history of early Macedon.

The Lady of Aigai was buried with a gold mask over her face, gold earrings, a headband over her hair and a necklace of gold beads. Her dress was fastened with silver pins, terminating in gold orbs in the shape of poppy capsules. Rosettes and other gold ornaments were sewn on various places of her dress. She also had a gold ring on her finger, engraved with a lion’s head. These items show that she was a woman of high rank and influence, and that she had access to luxury goods from different regions of the ancient world.

The tomb also contained a large number of clay figurines, representing humans and animals, such as horses, dogs, birds and snakes. These figurines were probably offerings to the gods or to the deceased, and they reflect the religious beliefs and practices of the Macedonians. Some of the figurines are similar to those found in other ancient cultures, such as Egypt and Mesopotamia, suggesting that there were contacts and exchanges between these civilizations.

Another remarkable object found in the tomb is a silver phiale, or shallow bowl, used for pouring libations or liquid offerings to the gods. The phiale has an inscription in ancient Greek that reads: “To Heracles from Amyntas”. This indicates that the phiale was a gift from Amyntas I to Heracles, the legendary hero who was considered to be an ancestor of the Macedonian kings. The phiale also has a depiction of a lion hunt, which was a symbol of royal power and courage.

A bronze vessel, or hydria, used for storing water or wine, was also found in the tomb. The vessel has a handle shaped like a swan’s neck and head, and it is decorated with floral motifs. The vessel shows that the Lady of Aigai enjoyed drinking wine, which was an important part of social life in ancient Greece.

The tomb of the Lady of Aigai is a valuable source of information about the early history of Macedon, before it became a powerful empire under Alexander the Great. It shows that the Macedonians were not barbarians, as some ancient writers claimed, but a sophisticated people who had their own culture and identity, and who interacted with other civilizations in the Mediterranean and beyond.

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30/08/2023

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Here is a brief history of the dinosaur mummy, based on the Historical places:

The dinosaur mummy is a fossil of a nodosaur, a type of armored plant-eating dinosaur that lived about 110 million years ago in what is now Alberta, Canada1.
The fossil was accidentally discovered in 2011 by a heavy-equipment operator named Shawn Funk, who was working at the Millennium Mine, a vast pit 17 miles north of Fort McMurray, Alberta1.
The fossil was so well preserved that it had skin, armor, and even some of its guts intact. It looked like a statue of a dinosaur rather than a skeleton1.
The fossil was sent to the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Palaeontology in Drumheller, Alberta, where it underwent a six-year-long preparation process by a team of experts1.
The fossil was unveiled to the public in 2017 as the centerpiece of a new exhibit called “Grounds for Discovery”. It was named Borealopelta markmitchelli, meaning “northern shield of Mark Mitchell”, after the museum technician who spent more than 7,000 hours working on the fossil1.
The fossil is considered to be one of the most spectacular and scientifically significant dinosaur specimens ever found. It provides unprecedented insights into the appearance, behavior, and evolution of armored dinosaurs1.
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30/08/2023

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Seshat and Thoth were the Egyptian deities of writing, wisdom, and knowledge. They were often depicted as scribes who recorded the deeds and events of the pharaohs and the gods1234

One of their roles was to inscribe the years of reign for each king on the leaves of a sacred tree, known as the ished or persea tree. This tree was believed to grow in the sun god’s garden and to contain the secrets of life and death124

One of the most famous pharaohs who received this divine service was Ramesses II, also known as Ramesses the Great. He was the third ruler of the 19th dynasty and one of the most powerful and celebrated kings of ancient Egypt. He reigned for 66 years, from 1279 to 1213 BC, and achieved many military victories, monumental constructions, and diplomatic alliances56789

Ramesses II celebrated an unprecedented 14 Sed festivals, which were jubilees held every 30 years to renew the king’s power and vitality. During these festivals, Seshat and Thoth would appear to mark the king’s regnal years on the palm-leaf ribs of the ished tree. This ritual symbolized the king’s eternal life and his connection to the sun god1246

There are several depictions of this scene in various temples and monuments built by Ramesses II, such as Abu Simbel, Abydos, Luxor, Karnak, and Ramesseum. In these scenes, Seshat is usually shown wearing a leopard skin and a headdress of a seven-pointed star and a crescent moon, while Thoth is usually shown wearing an ibis mask and holding a scribal palette. Both of them hold a palm-leaf rib in their hands and write on it with a reed pen. Ramesses II stands before them, wearing a double crown and holding a heqa-scepter and a flail. He is often accompanied by his principal wife Nefertari and some of his children. The scenes are usually accompanied by inscriptions that describe the king’s achievements and praises124

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30/08/2023

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Caral was founded around 2600 BC, making it one of the oldest cities in the world and the oldest in the Americas. It was part of a larger civilization known as Norte Chico, which consisted of about 25 urban centers along the Peruvian coast12.
Caral was a sophisticated and well-planned city, with a population of about 3,000 people. It had a complex social and political organization, based on shared religious beliefs and rituals. It also had a remarkable knowledge of astronomy, mathematics, and engineering123.
Caral’s main attractions were its six pyramids, which were used as ceremonial centers and platforms for public events. The largest pyramid, called Pirámide Mayor, was 30 meters high and 150 by 160 meters at the base. It had a sunken circular plaza in front of it, where musical instruments such as flutes and cornets were found12.
Caral also had other impressive structures, such as an amphitheater, a temple, residential districts, and irrigation canals. The city was built with stone and adobe bricks, and decorated with carved figures and geometric designs. Some of the buildings had fireplaces and ventilation systems12.
Caral’s economy was based on agriculture, fishing, and trade. The city cultivated cotton, beans, squash, and other crops in the fertile valley of the Supe River. It also traded with other coastal and inland communities, exchanging fish, shells, textiles, and other goods12.
Caral’s culture was peaceful and harmonious, without any evidence of warfare or violence. The city did not have any defensive walls or weapons. Instead, it relied on its religious authority and social cohesion to maintain order and stability123.
Caral’s decline began around 2000 BC, due to environmental changes and social conflicts. The city suffered from droughts, floods, earthquakes, and erosion that affected its agriculture and infrastructure. It also faced competition and pressure from other emerging civilizations in the region12.
Caral’s rediscovery occurred in the late 20th century, after decades of neglect and looting. The site was first visited by Paul Kosok in 1948, but he did not recognize its importance. It was later explored by Carlos Williams in 1975, who named it after a nearby town. It was finally excavated by Ruth Shady since 1994, who revealed its true age and significance12.

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