Once vassals to pharaohs, the Kushite kings of Nubia took control of Egypt for almost a century. Embracing Egyptian rituals, ...

drawing attendees from across Africa and beyond. Visitors flock to Ouidah, nestled on Benin’s Atlantic coast, to witness one of the world’s oldest religions come to life through traditional ceremonies ...

The goal of Ancient Origins is to highlight recent archaeological discoveries, peer-reviewed academic research and evidence, as well as offering alternative viewpoints and explanations of science, ...

The issue of who was considered Greek during the era of ancient Greece has been a matter of broad scholarly debate for ...

Held annually, the Voodoo Festival has gained momentum as a key cultural event, drawing attendees from across Africa ... and rituals. The festival reflects the adaptability of ancient beliefs ...

A group of sadhus has gathered in Prayagraj, enveloped by a ring of fire, practicing the ancient ritual known as Panch Dhuni Tapasya, or Agni Snan Sadhana for penance. According to the Uttar Pradesh ...

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Ancient Indian rituals synchronize with planetary movements to enhance harmony and spiritual growth. Key influences include Jupiter, the Sun, the Moon, and shadow planets, dictating the timing and ...

The CROWN takes a look at the origins of African American hairstyles, its beauty, resilience and cultural significance.

Pyramid of the Moon, Teotihuacan, Mexico. Credit: tamara semina / CC BY-SA 3.0 Researchers in Mexico uncovered nearly 200 animal remains beneath the Moon Pyramid in Teotihuacán, offering new insights ...

Archaeologists believe they’ve fully excavated eight rooms carved from stone, which were used for ritual practices during ... they believe to be a site of ancient ritualistic worship for the ...