History & Culture

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History enthusiasts find decorations from Roman influence period

Local history enthusiasts have discovered four Roman-era brooches, a ring and fragments of decorations in the Borki forest district in Masuria. They handed over the finds to the monument protection services.

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    Underwater archaeologists from Nicolaus Copernicus University investigate Bronze Age shipwreck

    Polish scientists have discovered Bronze Age ingots in what is believed to be the world’s oldest shipwreck.

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    The call for applications for the POLONISTA NAWA program is open

    NAWA is announcing recruitment for the 6th edition of the POLONISTA NAWA program. Its aim is to promote the Polish language and popularize Polish studies and research around the world by enabling foreigners interested in the Polish language and culture to undertake studies or carry out research projects in Poland.

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    Two amphorae dating back to 7th-8th century BCE found during street reconstruction

    Two amphorae, monuments of the Lusatian culture, have been found in Świdnica (Lower Silesia) during work on the reconstruction of Kraszowicka Street. The vessels come from the older phase of the Iron Age, ca. 750 - 650 BCE.

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    New archaeological finds in Cave Raj

    The bones of a cave lion, a mammoth and reindeer antlers have been discovered by archaeologists working in Cave Raj (Świętokrzyskie). The aim of the research project is the analysis and detailed reconstruction of climatic and environmental changes that occurred in prehistory in southern Poland.

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    Inhabitants of Roman Empire less mobile than previously thought, ancient DNA research shows

    The inhabitants of the Roman Empire were less mobile than previously thought, according to international research on 204 genomes of human remains from the times of the Empire. Eight percent of the examined remains came from areas well away from the burial site.

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    Polish archaeologists discover traces of copper processing in Oman dig

    Polish archaeologists working in Oman have discovered traces of long-term copper ore processing activity, stone tools and parts of copper smelting furnaces. Research in this region will continue in December, the Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology of the University of Warsaw reports.

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    Biodiversity changes in Asia are far-reaching and often beyond control

    In Southeast Asia, population growth and the demand for agricultural land are causing significant changes in biodiversity, resulting in an increasing epidemiological risk. This risk concerns viruses such as coronaviruses, bird flu virus, MERS, USUTU, Zika, dengue and malaria, says Dr. Aneta Afelt from the University of Warsaw.

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    Weapons of barbarian tribes from Roman times discovered near Hrubieszów

    Iron spearheads, two battle axes and a wood-cutting axe are among the items discovered near Hrubieszów by treasure hunters. The weapons most likely come from Roman times and were used by warriors from barbarian tribes.

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    Buddha of Berenike in top 10 exciting discoveries of 2023

    A statue of Buddha, discovered by a Polish-American archaeological expedition in Berenike on the Red Sea, is among the 10 most exciting discoveries of 2023. The Polish Centre of Mediterranean Archaeology at the University of Warsaw informed about the list published by the American Society of Overseas Research.

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The geometric patterns, lines and zigzags that accompany the images of dancers (danzantes) carved in the rocks of the Peruvian Toro Muerto are not snakes or lightning bolts, but a record of songs - suggest Polish scientists who analyse rock art from 2,000 years ago.