Ancient Lost Cities Of The World That Were Discovered
Welcome history Buffs and time travel enthusiasts ever wondered where to visit if your time machine breaks down and leaves you stranded in the past worry not we’ve got you covered with a tour of the world’s oldest cities where new is a relative term and vintage takes on a whole new meaning imagine strolling
Through streets so old even the cobblestones have stories to tell these cities are the kind of places where you could bump into a thousand-year-old building and it would just grumble about kids these days from the bustling bazaars of jicho where the price tags are probably in ancient scripts to The
Mystic ruins of blow the city not the book get ready to explore the urban jungles that have seen it all in these cities antique isn’t just a style it’s the only style forget about finding a Starbucks on every corner here you’re more likely to find a temple or two that
Predate your entire country so pack your bags and maybe a history encyclopedia and let’s dive into the past where every Alleyway Whispers a thousand tales and every ruin has a PHD in history who needs a DeLorean when you’ve got this guide jicho West Bank age over 11,000 years Jero known as the
City of Palms is one of the earliest continuous settlements in the world archaeological evidence suggests that the city has been inhabited since 9000 BCE its most famous for the Neolithic Tower of Jero one of the world’s oldest known stone structures the city has a significant Biblical history being
Mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments Jericho’s long history is marked by its strategic location which made a vital crossing point and Trade Center throughout different civilizations by Bloss Lebanon age about 7,000 years beblo originally a small fishing Village evolved into an important port city for the export of
Papyrus leading the Greeks to name it bios which means book it is also where the linear Phoenician alphabet considered the precursor of modern alphabets was developed the city boasts extensive ruins including a crusader Castle ancient temples and Egyptian influence tombs its long-standing trade relations with Egypt greatly influenced its architecture and culture Aleppo
Syria age approximately 6,000 years aleo’s strategic location at the crossroads of several trade routes from Asia Europe and Africa contributed to its rich and diverse history the city is known for its large sus markets ancient Citadel and great mosque which are part of its world heritage site over the
Centuries Aleppo was a Melting Pot of cultures including Hittites Assyrians Arabs Mongols mamlock and Ottomans this mix is reflected in its diverse architectural Styles and cultural heritage Damascus Syria age roughly 11,000 years Damascus known as the city of Jasmine has been a major cultural and economic Hub throughout history its old
City is a UNESCO world heritage site featuring landmarks like the umad mosque one of the largest and oldest mosques in the world Damascus was a crucial Center during the Islamic Golden Age contributing sign ific L to Arab culture and learning the city’s ancient architecture narrow alleys and the variety of historical periods it
Represents make it a fascinating site for historians and tourists alike Athens Greece age about 7,000 years as the heart of ancient Greece Athens was a powerful City and a cradle of learning home to philosophers like Socrates Plato and Aristotle key landmarks include the Acropolis a Hilltop City Citadel topped
With ancient buildings like the Parthenon and the ancient Agora which was the focal point of political commercial administrative and social activity Athens historical importance in art learning and democracy has had a lasting influence on Western Civilization varasi India age over 3,000 years veroni situated on the banks of
The river Ganges is a major religious Hub in India it’s considered a sacred City in Hinduism ganism and Buddhism the city is famous for its numerous gats steps leading to the banks of the river Ganges where pilgrims perform ritual Washings the city’s ancient streets are lined with temples including the famous
Kashi vishan of Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva veroni is also a center of silk weaving producing some of India’s finest silks luxer Egypt age about 4,000 years luxer known as the world’s greatest open a museum contains vast numbers of ancient Egyptian monuments it was once the flourishing capital of ancient
Egypt’s New Kingdom the Valley of the Kings with its Royal tombs including that of Tut tanaman and the Monumental Temple complexes of Carnac and luxer are among its most famous sites the city’s history and architecture reflect the opulence power and artistic achievements of ancient Egypt soua Iran
Age over 6,000 years Susa was an important city in the elamite Persian and parthian Empires it’s known for its unique architectural sites including the Grand Palace complex built by Darius ey one of the Persian Empire’s greatest rulers SS’s historical significance is also tied to its appearance in ancient
Texts including the Bible and The Archives of
Explore the ancient cities that time forgot and get ready to dive into the past where every alleyway whispers a thousand tales and every ruin has a PhD in history. From the Neolithic Tower of Jericho to the extensive ruins of Byblos, these cities are a treasure trove of ancient wonders. Forget about finding a Starbucks on every corner, in these cities, you’re more likely to stumble upon a temple or two that predate your entire country. So grab your history encyclopedia and embark on a journey through time like never before. Don’t forget to subscribe for more fascinating historical adventures!