In the 13th century, the Mongols carved out the largest contiguous land empire that the world has ever seen. At its height,…
The conquests of Genghis Khan are traditionally associated with horrifying brutality, but this reputation has overshadowed another side to the empire that…
Why is Ramses II considered to be ‘the Great’? An exhibition focusing on his life and times sheds light on how Ramses…
Ramses II knew how to make his mark. A fondness for ambitious architectural projects drove him to build new temples and embellish…
There can be a certain familiarity to Roman towns. During the heyday of the Empire, such settlements were essential for administering conquered…
The traditional story of the foundation of Falerii Novi is a dramatic one. This town lies in the Tiber valley, about 44km…
We have had a fantastic selection of entries for this year’s photo competition – sponsored by Hidden History Travel & Archaeology –…
The art and artefacts of ancient Egypt are still familiar around the world, but how much do we know about the people…
Art and artefacts from ancient Egypt must rank among the most remarkable and influential from the ancient world. Yet we know comparatively…
When imagining the ancient city of Petra, it is the awe-inspiring façade of the monument known today as the Treasury (Al-Khazneh) that…
The monuments carved into the rose-red rock faces at Petra can be counted among the most renowned archaeological remains on the planet.…
The CWA Photo Competition 2026 has now closed. See this year’s winning photos here. Send us your best heritage photos for a…