The world's most mysterious cast gold coffin: 10 years later, no one dares to open it

The 1903 Delhi Durbar was a grand event organised to celebrate the coronation of King Edward VII as Emperor of India. It was a display of British colonial power and Indian princely splendour, filled with vibrant ceremonies and majestic processions. However, amidst the elephants, jewels and royalty, it was two imposing Kashmiri figures who captured the attention of all present. These two men, at 2.36m and 2.23m tall, stood out not only for their height but also for the role they played as guards and riflemen to the King of Jammu and Kashmir.

Located along the picturesque coast of Monterosso al Mare in Italy stands the imposing figure of ‘Il Gigante’ (The Giant). This colossal sculpture, designed and built by renowned Italian artist Arrigo Minerbi, stands as a striking tribute to Neptune, the Roman god of the sea. Erected at Villa Pastine, ‘Il Gigante’ draws attention for its impressive size and intricate craftsmanship, reflecting Minerbienne’s mastery of monumental art.

Egyptian archaeologists have discovered a “surprising” mummy believed to be nearly 4,000 years old while excavating a burial chamber, with the remains leaving experts baffled

The enigmatic “lady with the ring” of Herculaneum: the last moments of a Roman woman preserved in time

Nestled deep within the James Ford Bell Library lies a trove of historical treasures, each containing fragments of untold stories and mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Among them, a little-known book has recently captured the attention of scholars and enthusiasts alike, revealing enigmatic tales of Tartar and Heliopolitan giants, shrouded in intrigue and speculation.

II, also known as Ramesses the Great, was indeed one of the most famous pharaohs of Egypt, reigning from approximately 1279 to 1213 BC. However, …

The tomb, which dates back to 4000 BC, revealed the remains of a young girl buried with her infant son, who was uniquely cradled on a swan's wing. This extraordinary find offers insight into the ceremonial practices and symbolic meaning of the period.

It is a startling revelation that has captured the attention of both scientific and enthusiast communities, and a colossal discovery has been made within the icy caves of Antarctica. The discovery of this gigantic revelation within the Arctic continent's true ice walls has sparked widespread intrigue and fervent speculation.

In the late 18th century, the remains of eight human skeletons were found with stones placed in their mouths – something researchers believed locals had done to prevent the dead from returning to walk the Earth as zombies.