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• Ancient lead books about Jesus were the presents

Examination has defined age of lead books of religious contents in Hebrew language. It has turned out that books which long time were considered as a fake really have been written 2000 years ago.

• Measures for the Protection of Historic Sites Along the Maritime Silk Road in Ningbo City”Reviewed and Formally Approved

On the afternoon of 22nd November, the“Measures for the Protection of Historic Sites Along the Maritime Silk Road in Ningbo City”(“Measures”) was reviewed and officially approved by the 90th executive meeting of Ningbo Municipal Government.

• In England found a giant gold Hoop

A treasure hunter armed with a metal detector, found in a field in Cambridgeshire, a giant necklace (torc) of gold, weighing about 730 grams and age of more than three thousand years.

• Archaeologists have discovered in Beijing over 10,000 ancient artifacts

More than 10,000 artifacts, including bronze and porcelain, terracotta, iron utensils, brought this year’s excavations in the Beijing district of Tongzhou at the construction site of the administrative center.

• Archaeologists uncover 'lost city' in Egypt

Archaeologists in Egypt have discovered an ancient ‘city’ and cemetery once used by officials tasked with building royal tombs.

• 2,000-year-old pet cats unearthed in Roman graveyard in Egypt

The remains of more than 80 pet cats dating from Roman times have been excavated at the ancient town of Berenike on the Red Sea.

• Mayan 'nesting doll pyramid' discovered in Mexico

A third structure has been found within the famous Kukulkan pyramid in eastern Mexico, experts say.Researchers used 3D imaging to illustrate their findThe 10m (33t) tall pyramid was found within two other structures that comprise the 30m pyramid at the Ma

• Large ancient granary relics found in North China

Ruins of a large granary, along with ancient jars, pots, bowls and coins, have been discovered in North China's Hebei province, local authorities said Sunday.

• Salt-making relics found in north China

An ancient salt-making site, along with well-preserved stoves used for separating salt from sea water, has been discovered by archeologists in North China's Hebei province, local authorities said.

• Armored warriors back to majestic glory after restoration

Terracotta warriors in armor are regaining their majestic appearance after three years of a restoration carried out by Shaanxi Normal University, reported cnwest.com.

• In Kazakhstan found an unusual ancient ritual complex

Unusual ritual complex has been discovered in the Karaganda region in 2012

• Jordan found an ancient tomb

In the Jordanian town of Beit RAS discovered an ancient tomb with a cave and two burial chambers. According to preliminary data, the opening will belong to the Hellenistic/early Roman period.

• In Egypt found the world’s oldest seaport

Age of the port, according to the researchers, 4600 years. Cheops, also known as Khufu, reigned from 2580 to 2550 BC, the Harbour was built 180 kilometers South of Suez, in the foothills of the desert mountains.

• Burnt down Iron Age house discovered in Denmark

Scorched layers of earth have protected the site for almost 2,000 years, which is now helping archaeologists to form a better understanding of life in the Iron Age.

• Ancient Christian pilgrimage site comes to light in northern Turkey

Excavation works in an ancient Christian pilgrimage site in northern Turkey dating back to 1st century B.C. have been resumed after two years.

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