What are the oldest man-made structures?

Sight in ancient ruins

In today’s world we are accustomed to the impressive features of engineering. Structures like suspension bridges and skyscrapers are modern marvels but some of the world’s most impressive constructions are thousands of years behind us. For instance, the Roman Colosseum is one such wonder of ancient architecture, marking a crucial transition point between vastly different […]

Mayan Civilization Was Far More Advanced Than We Thought

The Maya civilization of Mesoamerica is known by its ancient temples, arts, architecture, calendar and astronomical systems, mathematics and glyphs. The Maya script is the most sophisticated and highly developed writing system in the pre-Columbian Americas. The Maya civilization developed in the Maya Region, an area that today comprises southeastern Mexico, all of Guatemala and […]